“Post-Christmas ‘Fire and Ash’ Hits $200M+, ‘Marty Supreme’ Impresses”
In the final weekend of 2025, James Cameron’s “Avatar: Fire and Ash” continues to dominate the box office. The film is expected to earn around $60 million over the weekend, marking a 33% decline from its previous weekend. This impressive hold is notably superior to the previous installment, “Avatar: Way of Water,” which saw a 52% drop during its second weekend.
Box Office Performance
The four-day total for “Fire and Ash,” covering Christmas weekend, is projected to reach $84 million. Its cumulative earnings are anticipated to exceed $213 million by Sunday. Furthermore, the film has already surpassed the half-billion mark globally, demonstrating its widespread appeal.
- Estimated Earnings: $60 million (weekend), $213.7 million (total)
- Global Gross: Over $500 million
- Second Weekend Drop: 33% (compared to “Way of Water” at 52%)
Audience Demographics
General audiences remain enthusiastic, with 88% turnout. Parents made up 7%, while children under 12 represented 4%. Female viewers, particularly moms bringing their kids, formed a significant part of the audience.
- Moms with Kids: 52%
- Definite Recommend from Parents: 90%
- General Audience Recommend Rate: 70%
Zootopia 2 Performs Strongly
In second place, Disney’s “Zootopia 2” is also performing well, expecting a weekend gross between $19 million and $20 million. Its total earnings are projected at around $321 million, closing in on the original film’s gross of $341 million.
A24’s “Marty Supreme,” directed by Josh Safdie, has impressed audiences as well. The film is anticipated to earn between $16 million and $17 million during its opening weekend, showcasing a remarkable 1,786% increase compared to its initial release. With Timothée Chalamet at the forefront, “Marty Supreme” has garnered significant social media buzz.
- Total Gross (Marty Supreme): $25 million to $27 million
- Social Media Impact: 197 million potential views pre-release
Key Competitors
The competition remains stiff with titles like “Anaconda” and “The Housemaid.” “Anaconda” has made a strong debut, garnering approximately $14.4 million in its opening weekend. In contrast, “The Housemaid” has seen a more gradual performance, with estimates around $14.75 million.
Conclusion
The overall box office atmosphere post-Christmas reflects growth, with an estimated $180 million total for the weekend. This marks a 5% increase compared to the same time last year and reinforces the industry’s recovery in the wake of pandemic-related challenges.
As the year closes, movies such as “Fire and Ash” and “Marty Supreme” are setting up a promising start for the 2026 box office landscape.
