Nintendo’s New Animated Hit Tops This Weekend’s Box Office Charts

The domestic box office experienced a significant surge this weekend as major studio releases and independent films competed for audience attention. A highly anticipated animated debut shattered expectations, while several returning blockbusters reached major financial milestones in their multi-week runs. Analysts noted a diverse range of genres represented in the top fifteen, from prestige horror and science fiction to international action and documentary features. These figures reflect a robust period for theatrical exhibition as total cumulative revenues continue to climb across the board.

‘Forbidden Fruits’ (2026)

In its second weekend of release, ‘Forbidden Fruits’ earned $190,910 across 500 theater locations. This performance represents a sharp 83.7% decline from its opening figures, resulting in a per-theater average of $381. The independent film has reached a total cumulative domestic gross of $1,956,803 since its debut. Despite the steep drop-off, the project remains within the top fifteen titles for the week.

‘The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist’ (2026)

The Focus Features documentary ‘The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist’ secured $270,000 during its second weekend on the big screen. The film was shown in 635 theaters, where it maintained a per-theater average of $425. This weekend saw a 58.2% decrease in ticket sales compared to its initial launch period. The production has now amassed a total of $1,191,370 in domestic ticket sales to date.

‘Fantasy Life’ (2026)

The Greenwich Entertainment release ‘Fantasy Life’ saw a massive surge in its second week, bringing in $322,000. This 830.2% increase in revenue followed a significant expansion to 215 theaters across the country. The film achieved a per-theater average of $1,497 as it climbed the charts from its previous limited engagement. Its current cumulative total stands at $361,457 as it continues its theatrical rollout.

‘GOAT’ (2026)

Sony Pictures Releasing’s ‘GOAT’ earned $800,000 during its eighth weekend in theaters, demonstrating notable longevity in the market. The film was screened at 1,114 locations, resulting in a per-theater average of $718. While its weekend earnings dropped by 62.8%, the project has successfully surpassed the century mark with a total gross of $102,468,279. It remains one of the more consistent performers of the current season.

‘Scream 7’ (2026)

The horror sequel ‘Scream 7’ from Paramount Pictures International collected $915,000 during its sixth weekend of domestic exhibition. Playing in 1,130 theaters, the slasher film maintained a per-theater average of $809 despite a 65.1% decline in weekly revenue. The franchise entry has now achieved a cumulative domestic total of $120,548,377. This performance reinforces the continued commercial viability of the long-running slasher series.

‘Undertone’ (2026)

A24’s psychological thriller ‘Undertone’ brought in $1,073,071 during its fourth week of release. The film utilized a targeted distribution strategy, appearing in 370 theaters with a respectable per-theater average of $2,900. Its weekend earnings saw a relatively modest 35% decrease compared to its previous frame. The project has now reached a total cumulative domestic gross of $19,535,392.

‘Ready or Not: Here I Come’ (2026)

The Searchlight Pictures production ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ earned $1,800,000 in its third weekend. The horror-comedy sequel was featured in 2,050 theaters, yielding a per-theater average of $878. A 56.4% drop in attendance was noted as the film faced increased competition from new genre entries. To date, the film has generated a domestic total of $20,173,331 for the studio.

‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ (2026)

Moviegoers Entertainment saw ‘Dhurandhar The Revenge’ collect $1,820,000 during its third weekend on the domestic charts. The international action film played in 464 theaters, achieving a high per-theater average of $3,922. Despite losing 523 screens, the film maintained a strong presence with a total cumulative gross of $26,063,969. It continues to attract significant interest from its core audience segments.

‘They Will Kill You’ (2026)

In its second week, the Warner Bros. release ‘They Will Kill You’ earned $1,930,000 across 2,778 theaters. The film experienced a 61.2% decline from its opening weekend, resulting in a per-theater average of $694. This latest performance brings the project’s total domestic earnings to $8,756,928. The thriller continues to navigate a competitive marketplace dominated by high-profile blockbusters.

‘A Great Awakening’ (2026)

The Roadside Attractions drama ‘A Great Awakening’ made its debut this weekend, earning $2,113,565. Launching in 1,289 theaters, the film secured a per-theater average of $1,639 during its first three days of release. As a new entry, its cumulative total currently matches its opening weekend earnings. The film represents a key specialized release for the studio during the current quarter.

‘Reminders of Him’ (2026)

Universal Pictures’ romantic drama ‘Reminders of Him’ brought in $2,200,000 during its fourth weekend of exhibition. The film was screened in 2,361 locations, resulting in a per-theater average of $931 following a 53.2% weekly drop. Its cumulative domestic total has grown to $45,351,840 since its initial launch. The production has shown steady performance as a primary choice for drama enthusiasts.

‘Hoppers’ (2026)

The Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures release ‘Hoppers’ earned $5,800,000 in its fifth week, securing the fourth spot on the charts. Despite a 52.3% decrease in revenue, the film maintained a presence in 3,290 theaters with an average of $1,762 per screen. The animated feature has now amassed a massive domestic total of $149,624,515. This substantial figure highlights the title’s role as a major financial success for the year.

‘The Drama’ (2026)

The A24 production ‘The Drama’ debuted strongly in third place this weekend, earning $14,380,197. The film opened in 3,087 theaters, resulting in a solid per-theater average of $4,658. Because this was its first weekend in wide release, the total cumulative gross is equivalent to its opening figures. The project has garnered significant attention as a high-performing independent entry in the top five.

‘Project Hail Mary’ (2026)

Amazon MGM Studios saw ‘Project Hail Mary’ earn $30,653,868 during its third weekend, placing it second overall. The science fiction epic was shown on 3,907 screens, where it achieved a per-theater average of $7,845. While it saw a 43.3% decline from the previous week, its total domestic gross has reached a staggering $217,180,878. The film remains one of the highest-grossing titles currently in theatrical rotation.

‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ (2026)

Universal Pictures dominated the box office with the debut of ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’, which opened to $130,940,000. The film played in 4,252 theaters and achieved the highest per-theater average of the week at $30,794. With early preview screenings included, the total cumulative gross for the animated sequel has already hit $190,053,455. This opening sets a new benchmark for the franchise and secures the top spot on the charts.

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