Anime continues to dominate the box office, with recent releases showcasing its growing popularity. This past weekend, “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” led the charts, bringing in an impressive $17.2 million. The film’s success marks a significant achievement for the anime genre, particularly following the successful run of “Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle,” which generated over $131 million in domestic revenue and more than $650 million globally this year.
Weekend Box Office Highlights
- Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc: $17.2 million
- Black Phone 2: $13 million (total: $49 million)
- Regretting You: $12.8 million (total: $12.8 million)
- Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere: $9.1 million (total: $9.1 million)
- Tron: Ares: $4.9 million (total: $63.3 million)
- Good Fortune: $3.1 million (total: $11.7 million)
- Shelby Oaks: $2.3 million (total: $2.3 million)
- One Battle After Another: $2.3 million (total: $65.7 million)
- Roofman: $1.9 million (total: $19.2 million)
- Truth & Treason: $933,000 (total: $4.8 million)
Chainsaw Man’s Strong Opening
“Chainsaw Man – The Movie” outperformed other recent anime adaptations from Crunchyroll and Funimation. It currently ranks as one of the highest openings for anime films this year. Only “Demon Slayer” and “Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero” have opened to higher numbers.
Black Phone 2 Holds Steady
In its second week, “Black Phone 2” dropped to second place with $13 million, representing a 52% decrease. The film has shown resilience, accumulating a total of $49 million, surpassing its predecessor’s earnings during the same period.
Mixed Results for New Releases
The adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s “Regretting You” debuted in third place, grossing $12.8 million. This result was less than expected, drawing in a niche audience despite the film’s $30 million budget.
Tron: Ares Faces Challenges
Disney’s “Tron: Ares” continues to struggle, earning only $4.9 million this weekend, bringing its total to $63.3 million. The film is underperforming compared to previous entries in the franchise.
Conclusion
This weekend’s box office results indicate a strong preference for anime among moviegoers. With “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” leading the weekend, the trend shows that anime is not just a craze but a significant player in the film industry.
