‘Zootopia 2’ Takes the Top Spot at This Weekend’s Box Office: Here’s the Rest of Top 15

The post-Thanksgiving box office maintained strong momentum as holdovers and new releases battled for audience attention. Disney and Universal continued to lead the pack with massive franchise entries that kept theaters busy throughout the weekend. The total gross for the top films indicates a healthy marketplace driven by diverse offerings ranging from animation to gritty thrillers. Several limited releases also showed promising expansion numbers as award season contenders began to widen their footprint. Here is a breakdown of the top performing films from the weekend.

‘Black Phone 2’ (2025)

Universal’s horror sequel rounds out the top fifteen with $352,005 and a cumulative gross of $77,202,840. The film lost 731 theaters and fell 66.4 percent in its seventh week of release. It is playing in 496 locations as Ethan Hawke’s terrifying character continues to haunt a new set of victims. The movie expands the lore of the original with more jump scares and supernatural dread. It remains a popular choice for horror fans even as its theatrical run concludes.

‘Sarah’s Oil’ (2025)

This inspirational drama grossed $394,103 in its fourth weekend for a total of $11,150,635. Amazon MGM Studios kept the film in 505 theaters where it averaged $780 per location. The plot follows the true story of Sarah Rector protecting her oil-rich land in Oklahoma. It dropped 50.8 percent but remains a draw for audiences seeking uplifting narratives about resilience. Zachary Levi co-stars in this story of faith and overcoming systemic oppression.

‘Regretting You’ (2025)

The Colleen Hoover adaptation fell significantly with a 71.5 percent drop to earn $450,643. Despite the decline the film has amassed a successful $48,530,864 total over six weeks. Paramount reduced the screen count by 1,013 leaving the drama in just 741 locations. The story of a mother and daughter navigating tragedy is winding down its theatrical run after a strong performance. It continues to pull in viewers looking for an emotional tearjerker.

‘Sentimental Value’ (2025)

Neon expanded this Norwegian comedy-drama by 133 screens for a weekend take of $489,418. The film has reached a total gross of $2,338,668 after four weeks in limited release. It averaged $1,723 across 284 theaters as Renate Reinsve portrays an actress dealing with family chaos. The studio is slowly building an audience for this festival favorite through a careful rollout. It blends cringe-inducing humor with profound emotional insights.

‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ (2025)

Netflix released the latest Benoit Blanc mystery in 600 theaters for a $600,000 weekend haul. The limited theatrical engagement has generated $1,600,000 total alongside a $1,000 per-screen average. Daniel Craig returns to solve a murder among eccentric elites at a ski resort. This short window allows the whodunit to qualify for awards consideration while generating buzz before streaming. The film offers the franchise’s signature twists and social satire.

‘Nuremberg’ (2025)

Russell Crowe and Rami Malek’s courtroom drama added $763,488 to its $12,530,330 running total. Sony Classics reduced the theater count by 470 locations leaving the film on 540 screens. The historical film about the post-war trials dropped 36.4 percent in its fourth week of release. It continues to attract mature audiences interested in the psychological battle between a Nazi war criminal and an American psychiatrist. The film has been praised for its tense atmosphere and historical accuracy.

‘Sisu: Road to Revenge’ (2025)

The violent Finnish action sequel fell to ninth place with $773,175 in its second weekend. Sony’s release suffered a steep 67.9 percent drop to bring its total domestic haul to $4,085,689. The film is currently playing in 2,222 theaters as the commando protagonist dispenses justice across a frozen landscape. The sharp decline suggests the core fanbase turned out early for the grindhouse aesthetic. It remains a niche offering for fans of visceral action cinema.

‘Hamnet’ (2025)

This historical drama grossed $932,278 from just 119 theaters for a high per-screen average of $7,834. The film has earned a total of $1,397,067 as it begins a calculated platform release strategy. Chloé Zhao directs this intimate look at the grief and creativity of William Shakespeare’s family. The strong limited release numbers indicate high interest in the performances by Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley. It is positioning itself as a serious contender for the upcoming awards season.

‘Rental Family’ (2025)

Searchlight Pictures pulled in $2,199,001 with this dramedy playing in 1,925 locations. The film has collected $7,489,085 over two weeks while experiencing a 34.1 percent decline. Dave Franco stars as an actor in Tokyo who gets too involved while impersonating family members for clients. The story navigates cultural barriers and themes of loneliness with a gentle touch. Audiences are responding to the heartfelt narrative and the distinct Japanese setting.

‘Eternity’ (2025)

A24 successfully expanded this high-concept romantic comedy into 1,348 theaters for a weekend take of $3,169,780. The film has grossed $5,236,587 total while averaging $2,351 per screen during its first wide break. Elizabeth Olsen and Miles Teller star as two souls who must make a crucial decision about their afterlife romance within a week. The significant increase in theater count suggests the studio is confident in the film’s appeal. It stands out as a unique date movie option amidst the blockbuster noise.

‘The Running Man’ (2025)

Paramount Pictures saw their dystopian action remake earn $3,714,143 to round out the top five. Glen Powell’s vehicle has grossed $34,251,240 total after dropping 35.1 percent in its third weekend. The movie played in 2,749 theaters as fans watched the high-stakes game show turn deadly. Edgar Wright’s stylized direction and kinetic editing are keeping genre enthusiasts engaged. It is finding a solid audience among those looking for high-octane action.

‘Predator: Badlands’ (2025)

Elle Fanning’s sci-fi survival thriller added another $4,814,401 to its tally for a fourth-place finish. The film has reached a domestic cumulative gross of $85,093,044 after four weeks in release. Disney kept the movie in 2,750 venues where it continues to perform reliably against newer competition. This entry strips away military hardware for a more primitive game of cat and mouse in a futuristic wasteland. The steady hold indicates positive word of mouth for this atmospheric reinvention of the franchise.

‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ (2025)

The third installment in the heist franchise held strong with $6,901,715 during its third week of release. Lionsgate witnessed a respectable hold with only a 22.9 percent drop which brought the running total to $49,600,154. The film lost 311 theaters but still managed a per-screen average of $2,232 across 3,092 locations. The Four Horsemen continue to draw crowds with their illusion-based battles against a tech mogul. It is performing steadily as a counter-programming option for older teens and adults.

‘Wicked: For Good’ (2025)

Universal Pictures saw their musical epic secure the runner-up position with $61,732,755 in its second frame. The film has amassed an impressive $269,201,035 total domestic gross despite a 58 percent drop from its opening. It continues to play in 4,115 locations as audiences flock to see the conclusion of Elphaba and Glinda’s story. The sheer scale of the production and the siege of the Emerald City are keeping viewer interest high. It remains a box office juggernaut heading into December.

‘Zootopia 2’ (2025)

Disney returned to the top of the charts with a staggering opening weekend gross of $100,262,540. The animated sequel debuted in 4,000 theaters and managed a remarkable per-screen average of $25,065. Including previews the film has already accumulated a domestic total of $158,804,061. Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde’s return to the mammal metropolis clearly resonated with families looking for holiday entertainment. The massive debut suggests this will be the dominant film of the winter season.

Which of these box office hits are you planning to see or have you already watched this weekend? Share your thoughts in the comments!