‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Retains the Top Spot at This Weekend’s Box Office As Well: Here’s the Rest of Top 15

The mid-January box office continues to show surprising resilience as veteran blockbusters face off against fresh genre entries and high-profile re-releases. While established sequels dominate the upper echelons of the charts, specialty titles and international thrillers are seeing significant surges in attendance. Audiences are currently gravitating toward a diverse mix of family animation, science fiction epics, and satirical horror. This weekend’s results highlight a healthy theatrical landscape where both new intellectual property and nostalgic favorites can thrive simultaneously.

‘Hamnet’ (2025)

The historical drama ‘Hamnet’ experienced a significant boost in its eighth week, earning $1,310,000 across 718 theaters. Directed by Chloé Zhao, the film adapts Maggie O’Farrell’s celebrated novel exploring the life of Agnes Shakespeare and the loss of her only son. It has currently amassed a domestic total of $14,668,765 as it continues its steady run in limited release. The production’s resurgence suggests strong word-of-mouth as it expands its footprint during the winter awards season.

‘David’ (2025)

Angel Studios’ animated epic ‘David’ secured the fourteenth spot this weekend with a gross of $1,455,714. The film, which chronicles the biblical rise of the young shepherd to the throne of Israel, saw a 51.2% drop in its fifth week of release. Despite the decline, the project has earned over $77 million to date, maintaining a presence in 1,522 locations. This performance reflects the enduring appeal of faith-based cinema among domestic audiences.

‘Song Sung Blue’ (2025)

In its fourth week, the musical drama ‘Song Sung Blue’ brought in $1,780,000 from 1,593 screens. Based on a true story, the film follows a Milwaukee couple who start a Neil Diamond tribute band to overcome personal hardships. Starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, the movie has reached a cumulative total of $35,090,960. While its weekend earnings dropped by 42.8%, it remains a notable mid-budget success for Focus Features.

‘No Other Choice’ (2025)

‘No Other Choice’ saw a remarkable 62.6% increase in earnings this weekend, pulling in $2,237,000 as it added 548 screens. Directed by Park Chan-wook, this satirical black comedy thriller follows a desperate man in the paper industry who eliminates his competition. The film is the second adaptation of Donald Westlake’s novel ‘The Ax’ and is dedicated to filmmaker Costa-Gavras. This surge in performance brings its total domestic gross to $6,543,415 in its fourth week.

‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’ (2025)

The latest animated adventure ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’ earned $2,315,000 during its fifth weekend in theaters. The film follows the iconic protagonist on a journey to the depths of the ocean to recover his missing home. Despite losing 628 screens, it maintained a solid per-theater average and brought its total domestic earnings to $67,133,384. This installment continues the long-running commercial success of the Paramount franchise.

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers’ (2002)

The 2026 re-release of ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers’ debuted with $2,400,000 in its opening weekend back on the big screen. Distributed across 1,688 locations, the film allowed fans to experience the Battle of Helm’s Deep in a premium theatrical format once more. This second chapter of J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic saga remains a foundational piece of fantasy cinema history. The successful opening of this re-release demonstrates the timeless popularity of Peter Jackson’s Middle-earth trilogy.

‘Anaconda’ (2025)

The meta-reboot ‘Anaconda’ took the ninth position this weekend with earnings of $3,200,000. Starring Paul Rudd and Jack Black, the film follows a group of friends attempting to remake the original 1997 movie while being hunted by a real giant snake. In its fourth week, the horror-comedy has accumulated $59,091,451 at the domestic box office. The film’s unique blend of self-referential humor and creature-feature action has helped it sustain a consistent audience.

‘Greenland 2: Migration’ (2026)

‘Greenland 2: Migration’ earned $3,365,000 in its second weekend, representing a 59.9% decline from its debut. The sequel continues the story of the Garrity family as they navigate a frozen wasteland in search of a permanent sanctuary. While it faced a steep drop-off, the film has earned $14,121,318 in total so far across 2,718 theaters. Fans of the original disaster flick have shown moderate interest in this direct continuation of the survivalist narrative.

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring’ (2001)

The re-release of ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring’ outpaced its successor this weekend, earning $3,494,000. Playing in 1,686 theaters, the film reintroduced audiences to the journey of Frodo Baggins and the initial formation of the Fellowship. This classic 2001 film remains a significant draw for audiences seeking the nostalgia of big-screen fantasy epics. Its strong performance highlights the enduring legacy of the franchise a quarter-century after its original debut.

‘Primate’ (2026)

The science fiction horror entry ‘Primate’ grossed $5,000,000 in its second weekend, marking a 55.2% decrease from its opening. The film features a tense narrative involving experimental subjects and the terrifying consequences of genetic engineering. Despite the drop, it has reached a total domestic gross of $19,595,712 in just two weeks. The Paramount release continues to attract fans of the genre looking for high-concept thrills in a crowded market.

‘Marty Supreme’ (2025)

‘Marty Supreme’ held steady in its fifth week, earning $5,477,927 and bringing its cumulative total to nearly $80 million. The A24 production stars Timothée Chalamet as a professional ping-pong player navigating the competitive world of mid-century sports. Despite losing 485 locations, the film maintained a healthy per-theater average of $2,702. Its consistent performance identifies it as one of the most successful specialty releases of the year.

‘The Housemaid’ (2025)

Lionsgate’s ‘The Housemaid’ secured fourth place this weekend with a gross of $8,515,000. In its fifth week, the thriller has crossed the $100 million mark, currently sitting at a total of $107,141,064. The story revolves around a mysterious domestic worker whose presence disrupts the lives of a wealthy family. Its relatively low 22% drop indicates strong staying power and positive audience reception through the mid-winter season.

‘Zootopia 2’ (2025)

Disney’s ‘Zootopia 2’ continues to be a dominant force in the family market, earning $8,769,000 in its eighth week. Following the adventures of Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as they solve a new case in the animal metropolis, the film has surpassed $390 million domestically. Even after two months in theaters, the sequel saw only a minor 12.3% dip in attendance. This performance solidifies its status as a major commercial triumph for Walt Disney Studios.

’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ (2026)

The highly anticipated sequel ’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ opened in second place with a debut of $13,000,000. Sony Pictures Releasing launched the film in 3,506 theaters, marking a significant return to the post-apocalyptic world established by Danny Boyle. This entry explores the long-term survival of humanity decades after the initial outbreak of the Rage Virus. Its strong opening suggests that the long-dormant franchise still possesses substantial drawing power for horror fans.

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ (2025)

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ reclaimed the top spot at the box office, earning $13,320,000 in its fifth weekend. James Cameron’s third journey to Pandora introduces the Ash People, a more aggressive volcanic clan of Na’vi. The blockbuster has now amassed a staggering domestic total of $363,530,340 since its December launch. Despite a 38.1% drop and the loss of 400 theaters, the film continues to lead the market with its visually spectacular storytelling.

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