‘Avatar: Fire & Ash’ Earns $1.3B, ’28 Years Later: Bone Temple’ Hits $31.2M Worldwide

The global box office saw impressive performances this past weekend, led by major hits from Disney and Sony. Significant milestones were achieved by two films, with ‘Avatar: Fire & Ash’ reaching a remarkable $1.3 billion and ’28 Years Later: Bone Temple’ debuting with $31.2 million worldwide.

Box Office Highlights

• ‘Avatar: Fire & Ash’
  • Total gross: $1.3 billion
  • Domestic revenue: $367.4 million
  • International revenue: $955.3 million
  • Performance: Held the No. 1 position for five consecutive weekends in the U.S.
• ’28 Years Later: Bone Temple’
  • Worldwide debut: $31.2 million
  • U.S. revenue: $15 million (4-day weekend)
  • International revenue: $16.2 million across 61 markets
  • No. 1 opening in the UK: $4.6 million
  • No. 2 opening in Mexico: $1.5 million

‘Avatar: Fire & Ash’ Overview

‘Avatar: Fire & Ash’ continues to dominate the box office landscape, accumulating a total of $1.3 billion worldwide. The film’s impressive international earnings, totaling $955.3 million, have greatly contributed to its success. It remains a major draw in various territories, especially China, where it has secured $155.4 million. Despite a slight decrease in audience numbers, the film remains a top contender.

’28 Years Later: Bone Temple’ Performance

In its global debut, ’28 Years Later: Bone Temple’ garnered $31.2 million. The film’s U.S. opening weekend brought in $15 million over four days, while it performed strongly overseas, particularly in the UK and Mexico. This sequel, directed by Danny Boyle, has garnered attention but faces challenges competing against previous films in its franchise.

The Competitive Landscape

The film industry remains highly competitive, with various horror subgenres performing differently across regions. For example, supernatural horror tends to perform well in Catholic regions like the Philippines. In contrast, its effectiveness in Latin American countries is less predictable, although Mexico shows promising returns.

Future Projections

The upcoming market for ‘Bone Temple’ includes South Korea. As the production cost estimates stand at $63 million, the film’s potential for profitability will depend on its ongoing performance and audience reception in upcoming weeks.

As major studios continue to adapt their marketing strategies and release schedules, the global box office trends indicate a dynamic landscape. Moving forward, the competition between these films will likely shape audiences’ viewing preferences worldwide.