‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Leads Box Office; ‘Primate’ Debuts in Second

In a standout performance, “Avatar: Fire and Ash” has captured the top position at the box office for four consecutive weeks. The film, part of James Cameron’s renowned Pandora saga, amassed $21.3 million in North America this weekend, according to studio estimates released on Sunday.

Box Office Performance of “Avatar: Fire and Ash”

After four weeks in theaters, “Fire and Ash” has grossed an impressive $342.6 million in North America. Globally, its earnings have reached $888 million, marking it as a significant success. The movie has joined the billion-dollar club alongside its predecessors, showcasing its strong appeal to audiences.

New Releases and Competition

This weekend also saw the debut of “Primate,” a horror film centered around rampaging chimpanzees, which secured the second spot with $11.3 million domestically and $13.4 million globally. Meanwhile, “Zootopia 2,” Disney’s animated sequel, continues to show remarkable resilience, bringing in $10.1 million this weekend for a domestic total of $378.8 million.

Other Notable Performances

• “The Housemaid” – $11.2 million (Fourth weekend), total: $94.15 million North America.
• “Zootopia 2” – Total global revenue: $1.65 billion, nearing Disney’s highest-grossing animated film.
• “Marty Supreme” – $7.6 million (Sixth place), total: $70.1 million in North America.

Future Outlook for the Film Industry

As Hollywood turns its attention to the Golden Globe Awards, the box office has shown promising growth. Revenues this weekend were up 23% from the same weekend last year, indicating a positive start for 2026. Industry analysts hope that with the upcoming releases of blockbuster franchises like “Avengers,” “Spider-Man,” and “Toy Story,” this year could surpass previous box office records.

Top 10 Domestic Box Office

The film industry looks forward to a promising year ahead, driven by high-profile releases and revitalized audience engagement.