In the latest box office rankings, James Cameron’s “Avatar: Fire and Ash” has marked a significant achievement by climbing into the top 30 films of all time. Over its fourth weekend, the film grossed $21.3 million, bringing its total gross to approximately $342.5 million domestically.
Box Office Milestones
As of now, “Avatar: Fire and Ash” ranks 41st in all-time domestic earnings, just behind notable titles like “Toy Story 4” and “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2.” Here’s a quick look at its performance compared to other leading films:
- “Avatar: Fire and Ash”: $342.5 million
- “Toy Story 4”: $346.5 million
- “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2”: $343.0 million
- “Toy Story 3”: $339.2 million
- “Shrek 2”: $337.4 million
Future Projections
The film is on a trajectory that could see it reach between $380 million and $390 million, though it currently trails 2025’s box office champion, “A Minecraft Movie,” which reported a fourth-weekend total of $22.7 million.
Globally, “Avatar: Fire and Ash” has exceeded $1.23 billion, showcasing its wide-reaching appeal and cementing its place in top 30 box office history.
Emerging Competition and Rankings
Meanwhile, other films are also making notable entries into the box office rankings. “Primate” had a solid debut, earning $11.3 million this weekend and positioning itself as one of the better horror openings this month.
The sequel “The Housemaid” continues to perform well, bringing in $11.2 million over the weekend, contributing to its total of $94.1 million. It is on track to surpass the $100 million mark soon.
Animated Features and Family Films
“Zootopia 2” is also showing promise in box office performance, currently standing at $378.8 million domestically. The animated sequel seems poised to join the $400 million club.
Box Office Summary (January 9-11, 2025)
| Film Title | Weekend Gross | Total Gross |
|---|---|---|
| Avatar: Fire and Ash | $21.3 million | $342.5 million |
| Primate | $11.3 million | $11.3 million |
| The Housemaid | $11.2 million | $94.1 million |
| Zootopia 2 | $10.1 million | $378.8 million |
| Greenland 2: Migration | $8.5 million | $8.5 million |
With “Avatar: Fire and Ash” reaching significant box office milestones, the competition among films is heating up. The coming weeks will be crucial for determining which films will solidify their standing and whether new releases can capitalize on the current market dynamics.
