The box office numbers for Sony/Alcon’s The Garfield Movie have been nothing short of impressive. With an international box office cume of $100.7M and a worldwide total of $152.2M, the movie has been dominating the charts in both domestic and international markets. This success can be attributed to the strong performance in markets like China, Germany, the UK, Mexico, and Malaysia. The film has surpassed the lifetimes of other popular animated movies and continues to perform well in both new and holdover markets. The partnership with Stars Collective for distribution in China has also paid off, with an opening weekend of $8.2M.
On the other hand, Warner Bros’ Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga has faced some challenges in the international box office. With a $21M international weekend and a total of $64.7M overseas, the film has not been able to match the success of its predecessor. The movie experienced a 38% drop from holdovers, indicating a lukewarm reception from audiences. While there were some strong holds in markets like Germany, Belgium, and France, the overall performance of the film has been lackluster. The upcoming release in China will be crucial for the film’s success.
20th Century/Disney’s Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes has continued to show playability in the international box office. With just a 28% drop from last weekend and a total of $197.1M in 52 material markets, the movie has been a steady performer. Notable holds in markets like Germany, Brazil, and Australia indicate a strong fan base for the franchise. The global total of $337.1M is a testament to the film’s popularity in countries like India, Colombia, Peru, and Turkey. The movie’s success in these markets has solidified its position as the best installment in the franchise so far.
Paramount’s IF has also been performing steadily in the international box office. With another $11M overseas in 69 markets and a worldwide total of $138M, the John Krasinski film has been well-received by audiences. The movie’s offshore total has reached $57.6M, with a remarkable note that overseas plays only dipped by 8%. This consistency in performance bodes well for the film’s upcoming releases in Japan and China.
The latest box office trends indicate a mix of success stories and challenges for Hollywood. While The Garfield Movie and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes continue to dominate the charts, films like Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga are facing difficulties in finding their audience. Despite these challenges, there is still hope for upcoming releases like IF to make a mark in the competitive international box office landscape. With strategic distribution partnerships and strong fan bases in key markets, Hollywood studios can navigate the ever-changing world of cinema and find success in both domestic and international markets.