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

The box office roared to life this weekend with a mix of terrifying animatronics and animated favorites battling for supremacy. A major horror sequel debuted with impressive numbers that easily dethroned the previous champions. Family audiences continued to turn out in droves for long-running hits while niche releases found success in limited showings. The overall revenue suggests a strong winter season as theaters welcome a variety of genres.

‘Nuremberg’ (2025)

This historical drama continues to engage audiences with its intense portrayal of the post-war military tribunals. The film added another $356,467 to its coffers during its fifth weekend of release. It has now accumulated a domestic total of $13,226,839 for Sony Pictures Classics. Viewers remain captivated by the psychological duel between the American psychiatrist and the high-ranking Nazi defendants. The movie maintained a presence in 341 theaters despite facing stiff competition from newer releases.

‘Rental Family’ (2025)

Searchlight Pictures saw their comedic drama regarding a lonely actor slip to the fourteenth spot on the charts. The film brought in $577,000 over the weekend while playing in just over one thousand locations. Its cumulative gross has now reached $8,967,404 after three weeks in theaters. The story follows a protagonist who finds unexpected connection by professionally impersonating family members for various clients. Audiences continue to respond to its unique premise about the nature of modern relationships.

‘Fackham Hall’ (2025)

This British period comedy spoof entered the charts at number thirteen with a debut of $620,909. The film played in 1,112 theaters and averaged roughly $558 per screen for Bleecker Street Media. The plot satirizes classic costume dramas by following a pickpocket who infiltrates a grand manor filled with eccentric aristocrats. It aims to offer a lighter alternative to the heavier dramatic fare currently dominating the season. Fans of slapstick humor and witty dialogue helped propel this new release into the top fifteen.

‘The Running Man’ (2025)

Paramount Pictures saw their dystopian thriller earn $1,115,000 in its fifth weekend of release. The film has now generated a total domestic gross of $36,525,717 while retaining a spot in over fifteen hundred theaters. This modern adaptation of the classic story follows a man fighting for survival in a televised execution gauntlet. Action fans continue to support the gritty reimagining despite a seventy percent drop in ticket sales. The movie remains a solid performer within the science fiction genre.

‘Merrily We Roll Along’ (2025)

Sony Pictures Classics launched this musical adaptation to a solid start with $1,236,565 in ticket sales. The film opened in 1,084 theaters and achieved a per-screen average of $1,140. The narrative utilizes a reverse chronological structure to explore the disintegration of a friendship between three artists. Theater enthusiasts flocked to see the acclaimed score and complex character study transition to the big screen. It serves as a strong counter-programmer for adult audiences looking for sophisticated entertainment.

‘Predator: Badlands’ (2025)

The latest installment in the iconic sci-fi franchise added $1,857,000 to its impressive run. It has successfully grossed $88,258,490 domestically over the course of five weeks. The plot centers on two sisters using their survival skills to evade an advanced alien hunter in a futuristic wasteland. Walt Disney Studios kept the film in over two thousand theaters as it continues to draw action fans. The movie has proven to be a resilient holdover even as it begins to shed screen count.

‘Dhurandhar’ (2025)

This Indian action film made a remarkable debut by earning $1,980,000 from only 391 theaters. It boasted a high per-screen average of $5,063 which highlights the dedication of its specific audience. The story involves a charismatic hero fighting against corruption and crime to protect his local community. Moviegoers Entertainment successfully positioned the film to crack the top ten despite the limited release strategy. The high-octane sequences and star power helped it outperform many wider releases.

‘Hamnet’ (2025)

Focus Features expanded this historical drama significantly to see a massive revenue jump of nearly one hundred fifty percent. The film earned $2,300,000 this weekend to bring its total gross to $4,177,850. The narrative explores the grief of William Shakespeare’s wife following the death of their only son. It played in 744 theaters and achieved a strong average of $3,091 per location. Critics have praised the emotional depth and the fresh perspective on a literary legend’s personal life.

‘Eternity’ (2025)

A24 continued to find success with this romantic fantasy that garnered $2,726,043 in its second weekend. The film has reached a cumulative total of $9,582,660 while expanding to over two thousand screens. Characters in the movie must navigate complex choices about who they wish to spend the afterlife with. It maintained a solid hold with only a fourteen percent drop from its opening frame. The unique premise appeals to younger demographics looking for speculative and emotional storytelling.

‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair’ (2011)

Lionsgate treated fans to the complete unedited version of the famous revenge saga for a special theatrical run. The event release pulled in $3,250,000 from 1,198 theaters for a per-screen average of $2,712. The Bride’s bloody quest against her former assassination squad is presented as a singular four-hour epic. Devotees of the director turned out in force to experience the martial arts masterpiece in its intended format. This performance demonstrates the enduring cult status of the franchise.

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

The illusionist thriller secured the fifth position with a weekend take of $3,500,000. It has now grossed $55,324,383 for Lionsgate after four weeks of release. The Four Horsemen return to conduct a new heist that aims to expose a corrupt tech magnate through magic. Audiences remain entertained by the ensemble cast and the intricate visual trickery. The film continues to perform steadily despite losing nearly five hundred theaters this week.

‘JUJUTSU KAISEN: Execution -Shibuya Incident x The Culling Game Begins-‘ (2025)

GKIDS scored a major hit with this anime feature that debuted with $10,155,000. The film achieved a stellar per-screen average of $5,540 while playing in 1,833 locations. The plot follows powerful sorcerers engaging in supernatural battles against cursed spirits to save humanity. This strong opening reinforces the massive popularity of the property and the viability of anime in US theaters. It stands as the highest-grossing limited release of the current weekend.

‘Wicked: For Good’ (2025)

Universal Pictures saw their musical phenomenon add another $16,750,000 to its massive domestic haul. The film has now reached a staggering total of $296,951,660 in just three weeks. This second chapter concludes the story of Elphaba and Glinda as political turmoil reshapes the Land of Oz. It remains a dominant force in nearly four thousand theaters despite a drop in weekly earnings. The lavish production values and popular songs continue to attract repeat viewings.

‘Zootopia 2’ (2025)

Disney’s animated sequel held strong in the runner-up spot with a weekend gross of $43,000,000. The film has amassed an incredible $220,474,037 domestically in only two weeks of release. Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde return to solve a new mystery that takes them through unexplored districts of their city. It played in four thousand theaters and maintained a high average of $10,750 per screen. Families continue to drive the box office success of this critically acclaimed follow-up.

‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ (2025)

The horror sequel claimed the number one spot with a powerful opening weekend of $63,000,000. It dominated the market by playing in 3,412 theaters and averaging $18,464 per location. The story introduces new animatronic threats as a security guard uncovers deeper secrets at the haunted pizzeria. Universal Pictures International capitalized on the massive fanbase to secure the weekend crown. This debut confirms the franchise remains a heavyweight contender in the horror genre.

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