Box Office Recap: The Beekeeper Battles Mean Girls for Top Spot

Box Office Recap: The Beekeeper Battles Mean Girls for Top Spot

 North Shore High may have a new contender for the crown, but The Plastics from Mean Girls are still holding strong. In a weekend box office showdown, Jason Statham’s The Beekeeper vies for dominance against the iconic high school clique. Meanwhile, other films continue to make waves as audiences flock to theaters for the latest blockbusters.

1. The Battle for the Top Spot:

   • The Beekeeper and Mean Girls face off for the top position in a week without new wide releases, showcasing the enduring popularity of both films.
   • Comscore reports The Beekeeper leading with a projected $7.4 million domestically, closely followed by Mean Girls with $7.3 million in earnings.

2. Stiff Competition and Uninterrupted Reign:

   • Despite their differences, both films maintain their stronghold on the box office for the third consecutive week.
   • With February looming, the arrival of Argylle threatens to disrupt their dominance, promising an exciting shift in the upcoming weekend.

3. Success of Wonka and Migration:

   • Timothée Chalamet’s Wonka secures the third position, earning $5.9 million domestically and continuing its successful run with a total of $195.1 million.
   • Universal’s Migration, directed by Mike White, follows the journey of a family of ducks in New York City, accumulating $5.1 million for a total of $101.2 million domestically.

4. Rom-Com Resilience:

   • Anyone but You, an R-rated rom-com starring Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell, maintains its momentum in its sixth week of release.
   • The film adds $4.8 million to its domestic earnings, reaching a total of $71.1 million, and a worldwide total of $126.5 million.

 As The Beekeeper and Mean Girls continue to captivate audiences, their box office battle showcases the diversity of cinematic offerings and the enduring appeal of beloved franchises. With new releases on the horizon, including the highly anticipated Argylle, the landscape of the box office is poised for dynamic shifts in the weeks to come.