Overall business looks to slow down the next two weeks as audiences generally take a break from the movies for a bit. Business will likely fall way short of this same weekend last year, which was led by The Maze Runner: The Death Cure ($24.2 million).
Here's my predicted Top 10:
#1: Glass ($17 million, -58%)
This trilogy-capper has received decent word-of-mouth, but it will not be helped by the fact that many fans rushed out to see it last week. It should still, nonetheless, gross enough to take the top spot.
#2: The Kid Who Would Be King ($11.5 million)
Out of both new releases, this one stands the best shot. 20th Century Fox is hoping that this modern family-friendly version of King Arthur will succeed. Thankfully, with Christmas break competition starting to disappear (though they will still have some business), some families will likely find interest here. Buzz hasn't been great, but awareness is there to a degree.
#3: The Upside ($10.5 million, -30%)
Strong word-of-mouth and no added options for older crowds will keep this dramedy moving strong.
#4: Aquaman ($6.5 million, -36%)
The superhero epic should continue its strong run with a decent hold thanks to no competition for the superhero crowd.
#5: Serenity ($6 million)
Matthew McConaughey and Anne Hathaway star in this adult drama that really hasn't caught on in tracking or buzz. Both actors have a fanbase, but this particular movie hasn't quite excited them. Look for a low-key debut.
#6: Spider-Man: Into the Spider Verse ($4.5 million, -41%)
The animated hit will probably lose a bit of steam from another PG-rated kidpic entering the marketplace, but it should continue its' very solid run.
#7 (tie): A Dog's Way Home ($4 million, -45%)
With added competition for kids, I don't think this particular film will hold very strong.
#7 (tie): Dragon Ball Super: Broly ($4 million, -59%)
With fans rushing out last week, the DragonBall craze will probably lose steam this weekend.
#9 (tie): Escape Room ($3 million, -47%)
The thriller should hold OK for its' genre as business slows overall.
#9 (tie): Mary Poppins Returns ($3 million, -42%)
The Disney sequel should have at least one more hurrah in the Top 10. It definitely could have held better if it had earned more Oscar attention, however.
