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ForbesYouTube Directors' Films Top U.S. Box Office
Two films directed by creators who built audiences on YouTube finished first and second at the domestic box office this weekend. Backrooms opened to $81.4 million domestically while Obsession reached $104.7 million in its third weekend.
FortuneBackrooms Earns $81.5M North American Opening Weekend
The $10 million horror film from 20-year-old YouTube creator Kane Parsons topped the North American box office in its debut weekend. Two other films from young directors also performed strongly.
variety.comHorror Film Based on YouTube Series Sets A24 Preview Record
A new horror movie adapted from a YouTube series grossed $10.4 million in Thursday previews, exceeding the studio's prior record. The film is positioned to surpass the second-weekend performance of a current Star Wars release.
Nbc NewsLow-Budget Horror Film on Track for $79.7 Million Global Box Office
A 26-year-old filmmaker completed the horror movie Obsession in 20 days for $750,000. After its second weekend in theaters, the Focus Features release is projected to reach $79.7 million worldwide.
firstshowing.netHorror Film Obsession Earns 80 Times Its Budget After Two Weeks
The low-budget horror film opened at number three domestically and rose 30 percent in its second weekend. Worldwide gross reached $79.7 million against a production cost of roughly $1 million.
thesouthafrican.comStar Wars Film Earns $102 Million Over Memorial Day Weekend
Studio estimates show the new Star Wars movie collected $82 million domestically from Friday through Sunday and is projected to reach $102 million by Monday. The four-day total places the film below several prior Disney-era Star Wars releases but above the 2018 film Solo.
wdwnt.comMandalorian Film Opens to $102 Million Over Four-Day Weekend
The latest Star Wars film earned $102 million during its opening four-day weekend. Figures place the result below prior Disney-era entries but above the 2018 Solo opening.
Hollywood Box Office Revenue Rises in Early Summer Months
U.S. film studios reported higher ticket sales during the first weeks of the summer season. The increase follows several months of lower attendance figures.
ForbesMortal Kombat III In Development Following Mortal Kombat II Opening
Mortal Kombat II earned $61.5 million worldwide in its opening weekend. The film's screenwriter announced at New York Comic Con in October 2025 that Mortal Kombat III is already in the works. The sequel was produced on an $80 million budget before marketing costs.
citizen.co.zaThe Devil Wears Prada Sequel Earns $32.5 Million on Opening Day with Celebrity Cameos
The sequel to The Devil Wears Prada opened in theaters on May 1, 2026, grossing $32.5 million domestically on its first day, surpassing the original film's opening weekend. The movie features returning stars and numerous celebrity cameos, including an NBA star. Directed by David…
upi.comThe Devil Wears Prada 2 Tops North American Box Office with $77 Million Opening
The sequel to the 2006 film debuted at the top of the North American box office over the weekend, earning an estimated $77 million domestically. This marks a significant increase from the original's $27.5 million opening. The release comes 20 years after the first movie, which ex…
Deadline'The Devil Wears Prada 2' Opens With $10M U.S. Previews
The sequel to The Devil Wears Prada has begun its theatrical run with $10 million in U.S. previews and $40.5 million from initial overseas markets. The film reunites original cast members including Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway, and features a soundtrack with artists like Lady G…
hollywoodreporter.comMichael Jackson Biopic 'Michael' Sets Record with $217 Million Global Opening Weekend
The biopic 'Michael' earned $97 million domestically and $217 million globally in its opening weekend, surpassing previous records for music biopics. Despite mixed critical reviews, audience reception has been overwhelmingly positive. The film, directed by Antoine Fuqua and produ…
fortune.comThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie Tops U.S. Box Office with $69 Million in Second Weekend
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie earned $69 million in domestic box office earnings for the weekend of April 10-12, 2026, leading the U.S. and Canadian charts. Project Hail Mary followed with $24.6 million in its debut. A film directed by Genki Kawamura and distributed by Neon saw a…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewActor Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi Signs Representation Deal with Buchwald Agency
Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, a New Zealand actor known for his role in the film Predator: Badlands, has signed with the Buchwald talent agency for representation. The film, directed by Dan Trachtenberg, set a franchise record for opening weekend box office earnings and is the…