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“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” Scores $8M in Previews, Poised for Strong Box Office Debut

Los Angeles, California – “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” is making waves at the box office, bringing in an impressive $8 million from previews that started at 3 PM on Thursday in approximately 3,400 locations. The film, directed by Adam Wingard, is the latest installment in the MonsterVerse series by Legendary and Warner Bros. After a lack of major event titles in the first quarter of the year due to strikes, “Godzilla x Kong” …

Horror Film “Late Night with the Devil” Earns $666,666 in Box Office on Sunday, Setting Record

Los Angeles, CA – The box office had a thrilling weekend with the release of several new films captivating audiences. One standout was the horror film “Late Night with the Devil,” which took sixth place and earned $2.8 million in total, including $666,666 on Sunday alone, according to Variety. “Late Night with the Devil,” produced by IFC Films, follows the story of a fictional talk show host planning a Halloween special in the late 1970s, …

Frozen Empire Dominates Box Office in Expected Debut Weekend

Los Angeles, CA – The latest installment in Sony’s supernatural comedy series, “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” dominated the domestic box office by raking in $45.2 million in its debut across 4,345 North American theaters. Despite initially projecting a $42 million opening weekend, the film surpassed expectations with a higher-than-expected Sunday turnout. Internationally, the movie brought in $16.4 million from 25 markets, resulting in a global start of $61 million. Compared to its 2021 predecessor, “Ghostbusters: Afterlife,” …

Kung Fu Panda 4 Dominates Box Office with $55 Million Opening Weekend

Los Angeles, California – In a surprising turn of events, “Kung Fu Panda 4” has made its debut in theaters with an impressive opening day box office collection. The animated action comedy, featuring the voice talent of Jack Black as the lovable Po, managed to rake in $19.4 million from 4,035 theaters, marking a strong start for the DreamWorks Animation franchise. This latest installment in the popular series is projected to surpass its predecessors in …

Sandworms Propel “Dune: Part Two” to Top of Box Office Charts

Los Angeles, CA – “Dune: Part Two” has emerged as a box office powerhouse, raking in $81.5 million in its domestic debut and revitalizing the struggling movie industry. Director Denis Villeneuve’s highly anticipated sequel surpassed expectations, drawing in a diverse audience beyond just sci-fi enthusiasts. With a solid rating of 94% on Rotten Tomatoes and an “A” CinemaScore, the film proved to be a hit among moviegoers. The success of “Dune: Part Two” was bolstered …

Scammers Fool Financial Columnist into Handing Over $50,000 Cash in Shoe Box

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – A financial advice columnist for The Cut, Charlotte Cowles, recently shared her harrowing experience of falling victim to a scam. Despite her expertise in personal finance, Cowles found herself duped by scammers, resulting in the loss of a significant portion of her life savings. The incident serves as a cautionary tale of how anyone, regardless of their financial literacy, could become a target of fraudulent schemes. Since 2016, Cowles has been providing …

Charges Filed in Tragic Indiana Case of Dogs Suffering Fatal Heat Exhaustion in Box Truck

Indianapolis, IN — Nearly a year after a tragic incident in which seven dogs succumbed to heat exhaustion while confined inside a box truck, charges have been filed against the owner of the animals. The man, who was responsible for transporting the dogs to a dog show, now faces multiple counts related to animal cruelty and neglect. The Marion County Prosecutor’s Office announced the charges this week, highlighting that the temperature inside the vehicle had …

Pixar’s ‘Inside Out 2’ Delights Audiences with $62 Million Box Office Debut

Los Angeles, California – The highly anticipated release of “Inside Out 2” has taken the entertainment industry by storm, exceeding all expectations with a staggering $62 million in earnings on its opening day. This Pixar sequel is on track to reach a domestic box office range of $140 million to $150 million over the Father’s Day weekend, marking one of the top three animated film openings and the second-best for Pixar. Analysts believe the film …

Weekend Box Office Battle: Garfield Movie Edges Out Furiosa in Second Weekend Faceoff

Los Angeles, California – “The Garfield Movie” is roaring ahead of its competition in its second weekend showdown against “Furiosa,” with box office numbers soaring past $12 million compared to $11.3 million for Warner Bros’ film. As the weekend progresses, “Garfield” is projected to rake in $3.3 million across 4,018 theaters, while “Furiosa” follows closely behind with $3 million from 3,864 locations. Despite a 53% drop for “Garfield” and a 57% decline for “Furiosa” in …

Ryan Gosling Stars in ‘The Fall Guy’ Box Office Hit and Surprises Audience with $28.5 Million Weekend Debut

Los Angeles, CA – The box office saw a blast from the past over the weekend, as Universal’s “The Fall Guy,” starring Ryan Gosling, took the lead with $28.5 million, inspired by the 1980s TV show. Surprisingly, Disney’s re-release of “Star Wars: The Phantom Menace” followed closely behind, securing the second spot with $8.1 million. Despite “The Fall Guy” claiming the number one position, its earnings fell slightly below initial predictions of $30-35 million. The …