Bone Temple Struggles at Box Office

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The latest installment of the 28 Years Later franchise, titled The Bone Temple, is facing challenges at the box office during the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend. Its performance is being compared to last summer’s successful entry, 28 Years. The film, directed by Nia DaCosta, has received positive reviews but is struggling to capture a significant audience.

The Bone Temple Box Office Performance

On its opening day, The Bone Temple grossed approximately $5.6 million. With predictions for the four-day holiday weekend sitting around $15 million, the film is trailing behind expectations. Initially, the film was projected to earn around $20 million over the holiday period.

Comparative Performance

Original film, 28 Days Later, opened with $30 million in three days.
Current competition, Avatar: Fire and Ash, made $3.2 million on Friday and is expected to earn $17 million this weekend.
Avatar has accumulated $353.4 million domestically and over $1.23 billion worldwide so far.

Franchise Background

The 28 Years Later franchise has its roots with director Danny Boyle and writer Alex Garland. After a competitive bidding war, they brought the series to Sony. The Bone Temple is the second chapter in a planned trilogy, with the promise of a third film featuring Cillian Murphy and once again directed by Boyle.

Audience Reception

The Bone Temple has fared well critically, holding a 94 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, alongside an A- CinemaScore. These ratings indicate strong audience approval and potential for sustained box office performance.

Film Cast and Future Prospects

This new installment stars notable actors, including Ralph Fiennes, Jack O’Connell, and Erin Kellyman. Industry insiders remain optimistic that positive word of mouth might enhance its box office longevity.

Other Notable Releases

While The Bone Temple garners attention, other films like Hamnet and Marty Supreme are also in the mix. Hamnet expanded its theater count to 718 and is expected to generate $1.6 million over the weekend, bringing its total to around $15 million. Marty Supreme, receiving renewed interest post-Golden Globes, is projected to earn about $6.9 million, raising its domestic total to approximately $80 million.

With a crowded box office and strong competition, The Bone Temple’s future at the box office remains uncertain, despite its critical acclaim and franchise legacy.