Mufasa: The Lion King Achieves Major Global Box Office Milestone, Defying Pessimistic Weekend 3 Projections

Mufasa: The Lion King Surges Towards Profitability

The latest installment in the Disney franchise, Mufasa: The Lion King, is making significant strides at the box office, nearing profitability after its first three weekends. This film serves as a prequel to Disney’s acclaimed photorealistic CGI adaptation released in 2019, delving into the early life of Mufasa, voiced by Aaron Pierre.

First Weekend Challenges

Despite initially faltering at the box office, where it grossed only $35.4 million in North America and ranked second behind Sonic the Hedgehog 3, the film quickly rebounded. This disappointing start raised eyebrows regarding its projected earnings and overall performance.

Recent Box Office Performance

According to Variety, as of the latest updates, Mufasa: The Lion King is expected to conclude its third weekend with a remarkable global box office total of $476 million. This achievement positions the film among the top releases of 2024, right up against Venom: The Last Dance, which has grossed $476.8 million.

Climbing to the Top

In a major turnaround, Mufasa: The Lion King has also overtaken Sonic the Hedgehog 3 to secure the number one spot on the weekend’s Top 5 chart for the first time, signaling a positive shift in its domestic performance. This resurgence indicates that audiences are increasingly gravitating towards Mufasa’s compelling story.

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Source: Variety

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