The weekend box office was dominated by a massive debut from Scream 7, which slashed its way to the number one spot with an impressive $64.1 million opening. Playing in 3,540 theaters, the Paramount release posted a stellar $18,107 per-theater average, immediately establishing itself as the franchise’s latest major hit and delivering one of the strongest horror openings in recent memory.
Falling to second place, GOAT added $12 million in its latest frame. The Sony release dipped just 29%, bringing its domestic total to a strong $73.9 million. With steady holds week-to-week, the film continues to demonstrate impressive staying power in a competitive marketplace.
In third, Wuthering Heights earned $6.95 million, pushing its cumulative domestic total to $72.3 million. The Warner Bros. drama saw a 50% decline but has now firmly established itself as a solid performer as it moves deeper into its theatrical run.
Concert cinema continued to draw audiences, with Twenty One Pilots: More Than We Ever Imagined debuting in fourth place with $3.72 million from just 836 locations. Its strong $4,456 per-theater average underscores the loyal fanbase driving event-style releases.
Rounding out the top five, EPiC: Elvis Presley In Concert brought in $3.5 million, marking a 9% increase and boosting its domestic total to $7.8 million. The uptick suggests continued audience enthusiasm for music-driven theatrical experiences.
Overall, the weekend was powered by franchise horror and music-focused event films, delivering a diverse Top 5 and a healthy box office frame led by a standout opener.
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