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Avengers: Endgame Encore returned to No. 1 with $26M domestic, while Resident Evil held strong and three new releases made the top five in a crowded late-September frame.
Horror is having a historic year at the box office. From Resident Evil to Backrooms and Obsession, scary movies may be one of the biggest reasons audiences are returning to theaters.
Resident Evil topped the box office with a franchise-best $60M domestic debut and $108.3M worldwide, giving horror another major 2026 win as late-summer holdovers cooled.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day stayed No. 1 for a sixth weekend as Hollywood closed a record summer, while The Odyssey, Coyote vs. Acme, and Buddy kept Labor Day active.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day stayed No. 1 with $22.2M, while *Coyote vs. Acme* finally opened strong after years of controversy and *The Odyssey* kept sailing globally.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day shattered box office records while 2026 delivered the strongest summer since 2019. Maybe people never stopped going to theaters—they just became more selective.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day stayed No. 1 with $39M, Insidious opened strong, and The Odyssey became Nolan’s biggest film while summer 2026 kept its historic pace.
After years of streaming dominance and predictions of the death of theaters, moviegoing is showing real signs of life. The surprise? Gen Z may be one of the biggest reasons why.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day stayed No. 1 with $70M and crossed $2B worldwide, while The Odyssey topped $1.2B and two dinosaur movies battled for third.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day stayed red-hot with $145M domestic in weekend two and $1.67B worldwide, while The Odyssey crossed $1B and helped push 2026’s box office surge.
The Odyssey dominated with $124.5M domestic and $264.1M worldwide, proving Christopher Nolan remains one of the few filmmakers who can turn original-scale spectacle into a true box office event.
The Odyssey is a visually stunning Nolan epic with a stacked cast and awards potential. It runs long and drags at times, but it’s still a must-watch cinematic experience.
Disney’s live-action Moana opened No. 1 with $43M domestic, but its $95M global launch disappointed as Michael crossed $1B and family-film competition tightened.
Minions & Monsters topped July 4 weekend with $36.4M domestic, but Toy Story 5 stayed strong while Supergirl collapsed in its second frame.
Dutton Ranch Season 1 delivers strong performances, great storytelling, and Yellowstone-level drama. A bit over the top at times, but still a must watch for fans.
Supergirl (2026) shows flashes of potential, but feels stuck in a DCU that needs a reboot. A decent watch, but ultimately disappointing and lacking real impact.
Toy Story 5 stayed No. 1 with $70M, while Supergirl opened below expectations and Obsession kept holding strong in a weekend shaped by Pixar dominance, DC struggles, and horror legs.
Toy Story 5 delivers nostalgia, heart, and classic Pixar quality. It doesn’t hit the emotional highs of earlier films, but it’s still a fun, well-made family movie that works.
Toy Story 5 dominated with $160M domestic and $312M worldwide, giving 2026 its biggest opening while Obsession and Disclosure Day kept the summer box office strong.
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Disclosure Day opened at No. 1 with $44M domestic, while Obsession kept holding strong, Backrooms crossed $262M worldwide, and Michael became the top music biopic ever.
Scary Movie dominated with a $55M debut, Masters of the Universe stumbled, and Backrooms and Obsession kept proving internet-driven horror is reshaping summer box office.
Masters of the Universe is a fun, easy watch that delivers exactly what it promises. Light, entertaining, and visually engaging—just don’t expect depth and you’ll enjoy it.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 held off Mortal Kombat II with $43M, while Michael kept rolling, The Sheep Detectives opened solidly, and overseas results showed the summer box office has real momentum.
Backrooms stunned the box office with an $81.5M debut, while Obsession rose again and The Mandalorian and Grogu dropped sharply in a huge weekend for internet horror.
The Mandalorian and Grogu is entertaining but feels like a stretched-out TV episode. Fun, familiar, but lacking true cinematic weight. Better as a show than a movie.
The Mandalorian and Grogu won Memorial Day, but Obsession stole the weekend with a huge second-frame jump as Michael and Prada 2 kept climbing globally.
Black Hawk Down might have the greatest cast ever—stacked with A-listers, rising stars, and future icons. A perfect storm of talent, timing, and Ridley Scott’s pull as a director.
Michael reclaimed No. 1 with $26.1M, Prada 2 stayed strong, and low-budget horror breakout Obsession opened big before Star Wars reshapes the box office next weekend.
Maul: Shadow Lord is one of the best Star Wars series ever—dark, cinematic, and deeply character-driven. A must-watch even if you don’t usually watch animated shows.
Weekend Box Office (Apr 10–12): Mario stayed huge with $69M, Project Hail Mary held strong at $24.6M, and The Drama plus You, Me & Tuscany gave the frame some depth behind the top two.
The $200M blockbuster is losing ground—and the $50M movie is quietly taking over. Tighter stories, smarter budgets, and higher completion rates may be redefining what a “hit” looks like.
Weekend Box Office (May 1–3): The Devil Wears Prada 2 opened huge with $77M, Michael held with $54M, and Mario + Project Hail Mary kept rolling in a strong summer-kickoff frame.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is light, colorful, and just plain fun—especially for kids. Thin story, big charm, and the kind of easy, upbeat escape that feels exactly right for the moment.
Weekend Box Office (Apr 17–19): Mario stayed #1 with $35M, Project Hail Mary held strong with $20.5M, and The Mummy opened to $13.5M as holdovers kept control of the frame.
Michael dominated the weekend with a $97M domestic debut and $217.4M worldwide, setting a new music biopic record while Mario and Project Hail Mary kept holding strong!
Hamnet is a love story unlike any I’ve watched—deep, devastating, and quietly beautiful. The ending breaks your heart, then leaves just enough hope behind to make it unforgettable.
Marty Supreme has strong acting and bold style, but too many pointless storylines, overcooked drama, and a flat ending. Maybe the hype was too high—but it never fully earns the noise anyway.
Weekend Box Office (Apr 3–5): The Super Mario Galaxy Movie exploded to $130.9M, Project Hail Mary held with $30.7M, and The Drama opened solid as Easter helped fuel a huge $195.6M weekend.
Paradise Seasons 1 and 2 are a bingeable mixed bag: Season 1 starts slow, but gets very good, while Season 2 goes bigger, wilder, and more action-heavy. Messy, flawed, worth watching.
Weekend Box Office (Mar 27–29): Project Hail Mary stayed huge with $54.5M, Hoppers held #2, and new horror title They Will Kill You opened softly at $5M as holdovers ruled the frame.
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Weekend Box Office (Mar 20–22): Project Hail Mary exploded to $80.6M, the biggest opening of 2026, while Hoppers held strong at $18M and GOAT kept grinding. One movie completely changed the frame.
Project Hail Mary is a rare sci-fi adaptation that truly equals the book—smart, funny, emotional, and thrilling. Big ideas, real heart, and the kind of crowd-pleasing movie Hollywood should make more.
Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man delivers a powerful, fitting end for Tommy Shelby—great acting, a gripping story, and a final chapter that feels tragic, earned, and true to him.
Pluribus Season 1 is smart, well-acted, and worth watching, with a strong cast and an engaging premise. It moves too slowly at times, but the mystery and performances keep it compelling.
Weekend Box Office (Mar 13–15): Hoppers stayed #1 with $28.5M, Reminders of Him opened to $18.3M, and Undertone broke out with $9.3M—while The Bride! cratered and Scream 7 stayed strong all weekend!!
Oscars 2026: One Battle After Another ruled, Sinners under-converted, Amy Madigan owned the feel-good moment, and the real upsets came in the undercard—not Best Picture. Big night. Smart, messy, fun!
The Rip is a solid Netflix thriller: sharp action, strong Damon-Affleck chemistry, and a premise that grabs fast. It starts in act two, but the late twists patch enough holes to satisfy by the end...!
Final Oscars predictions: One Battle After Another for Picture/Director, Michael B. Jordan and Jessie Buckley for leads, Frankenstein for design/makeup, KPop Demon Hunters for Animated, plus shorts.!!