Box Office Roars: "Scary Movie" Returns, He-Man Fights On

As of June 3, 2026, the box office is experiencing its busiest June since the pandemic began, following a May that grossed over $1 billion domestically. This weekend, three new films are set to vie for audience attention: Paramount's revival of "Scary Movie," Amazon MGM's "Masters of the Universe," and Fathom/Glitch's "The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act." "Scary Movie" is anticipated to take the top spot, with projections indicating an opening weekend exceeding $50 million, buoyed by nostalgia for the early 2000s parody series.

"Masters of the Universe," a big-budget fantasy film based on the classic franchise, is estimated to open between $35-40 million. Despite a reported production budget of $170 million and generally positive reviews, it faces challenges attracting younger demographics who have recently favored newer horror properties. This release comes at a critical time for franchise films targeting a younger audience, as recent tentpole releases have underperformed.

"The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act" represents an indie success story, bringing a popular web-based animated series to the big screen. The film, which is the final episode of the series, has already garnered significant presales, totaling $9 million, and is expected to draw its dedicated fanbase, aiming for an $11-12 million opening. This release is part of a growing trend of bringing online-originated content to theatrical releases.