Box Office Battle: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 vs. Mufasa: The Lion King
The box office is heating up this holiday season with Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Mufasa: The Lion King vying for the top spot, while the critically anticipated Nosferatu remake gains momentum among the latest releases. Both films debuted just before Christmas, with Sonic leading the charge, raking in an impressive $60.1 million domestically, compared to Mufasa’s $35.4 million.
Weekend Projections and Trends
According to data from Deadline, as of Saturday morning, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 appears to dominate the traditional three-day weekend, but Mufasa is positioned to potentially seize the five-day holiday weekend. Projected earnings show Sonic’s three-day total estimated at $37.5 million and a five-day total nearing $59.4 million. In contrast, Mufasa is expected to secure approximately $35.5 million for the three-day period and a five-day haul of $61.7 million.
Despite ongoing projections, it remains premature to declare a definitive winner for the weekend. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has shown vulnerability in past weekends, particularly during Sunday, and there exists a possibility of a similar trend this time around.
New Releases Entering the Fray
In the realm of new releases, Nosferatu is anticipated to emerge as the highest-grossing film among newcomers. Initial estimates for this chilling remake project earnings of $20.15 million for the three-day weekend and around $39.3 million through the five-day market. This puts it in tight competition with Wicked, which is forecasted to earn $19.85 million for the three-day and $32.1 million for the five-day totals.
Meanwhile, A Complete Unknown, the intriguing biopic of Bob Dylan, trails further behind with expected earnings of $11.8 million over the three-day weekend and approximately $23.3 million for the five-day period. As the holiday box office unfolds, these numbers highlight the intense competition and shifting dynamics among the latest cinematic offerings.
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Source: Deadline
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