"One Battle After Another" to Overtake PTA's "There Will Be Blood" in 2nd Weekend

As of October 4, 2025, Paul Thomas Anderson's latest film "One Battle After Another" is on track to become the acclaimed director's highest-grossing movie worldwide. The action drama, led by Leonardo DiCaprio, has already earned $71.4 million globally since its September 26 release, and is poised to surpass the $76.4 million lifetime gross of Anderson's previous box office champion, "There Will Be Blood."

In its first week, "One Battle After Another" topped the domestic box office, collecting $1.7 million on its opening Thursday and bringing its total domestic earnings to $31.6 million. The film's overseas performance has also been strong, with $39.8 million in international ticket sales.

Anderson, known for his distinctive storytelling and complex characters, has been nominated for 11 Oscars over the course of his acclaimed career. His breakout hit was 1997's "Boogie Nights," and he has since directed critically acclaimed films such as "Magnolia," "The Master," and the now-surpassed "There Will Be Blood."

With its impressive start and the momentum to overtake Anderson's previous box office record, "One Battle After Another" is shaping up to be the filmmaker's biggest commercial success to date. Audiences and critics alike are eagerly awaiting the film's continued performance in the coming weeks.