Box Office Clash: The weekend box office saw an intense showdown between “Gran Turismo” and “Barbie” as they vied for the top spot. Let’s break down the numbers and find out who emerged victorious.
Gran Turismo Takes the Lead:
In its debut weekend, “Gran Turismo” raced its way to the first-place finish at the domestic box office. The movie garnered $17.3 million in ticket sales, narrowly surpassing “Barbie,” which earned $17.1 million.
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Global Success for Gran Turismo:
Internationally, “Gran Turismo” continued its strong performance by adding another $11 million to its total. This pushed its overseas earnings to $36.5 million. Combined with its domestic earnings, the movie’s global haul reached an impressive $53.8 million.
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Barbie Holds Strong:
Despite coming in second, “Barbie” maintained its momentum in its sixth weekend in theaters. The movie collected $17.1 million in ticket sales, contributing to its remarkable global total of $1.34 billion. It’s on track to become Warner Bros.’ highest-grossing global release, potentially surpassing “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2.”
Other Top Contenders:
“Blue Beetle” secured the third spot in its second weekend, earning $12.76 million. While it experienced a 49% drop compared to the previous week, its global earnings reached $81.8 million. “Oppenheimer” and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” claimed the fourth and fifth positions with ticket sales of $9 million and $6.1 million, respectively. “Oppenheimer” earned a total of $777.19 million globally, while “TMNT: Mutant Mayhem” reached $135.14 million.
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Conclusion(Box Office Clash)
The weekend box office showdown between “Gran Turismo” and “Barbie” showcased the competitive nature of the film industry. Both movies delivered strong performances, with “Gran Turismo” taking the lead domestically and “Barbie” maintaining its impressive global success. The box office remains an exciting arena where movies vie for audience attention and box office supremacy.