How did Brendan Fraser's new movie 'Rental Family' perform at the box office?

'Rental Family' debuted with an estimated $3.3 million and received an 'A' CinemaScore, indicating strong audience approval.

What is 'Nuremberg's' box office total?

James Vanderbilt's film 'Nuremberg' has surpassed $11 million at the box office.

Which independent films had successful weekends?

Alongside 'Rental Family', films like 'Nuremberg' and 'Sentimental Value' also demonstrated strong box office performance.

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Indie Films Shine Amidst 'Wicked' Box Office Domination

23 Nov, 2025

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Summary

'Rental Family' debuted with $3.3 million, earning an A CinemaScore.
Nuremberg surpassed $11 million in its third week.
Specialty films show strong audience reception and word-of-mouth.

Indie Films Shine Amidst 'Wicked' Box Office Domination

The past weekend's box office saw a significant split, with "Wicked" dominating ticket sales. However, independent films like "Rental Family" and "Nuremberg" also garnered attention, showcasing robust performances and strong audience engagement.

"Rental Family," a comedy-drama from Searchlight Pictures, opened to an estimated $3.3 million across 1,925 theaters, earning a coveted A CinemaScore. The film, featuring Brendan Fraser as an American actor working for a Japanese "rental family" agency, received excellent audience scores, with 61% rating it 'Excellent' and 74% 'Definitely Recommend.'

Meanwhile, James Vanderbilt's "Nuremberg," starring Russell Crowe and Rami Malek, crossed the $11 million mark, adding over $1.2 million in its third week. Joachim Trier's "Sentimental Value" also maintained momentum in its third week, grossing $635,000 for a $1.78 million cumulative. These specialty releases highlight the diverse appeal and resilience of independent cinema.