The Glen Powell Express is barreling down the track straight to success, leaving audiences thrilled and the box office buzzing.
The weekend's big news? Twisters, the highly anticipated sequel to the 1996 blockbuster Twister, is blowing expectations away. This action-packed film, directed by Lee Isaac Chung (known for the acclaimed Minari), had a jaw-dropping domestic debut, raking in $80.5 million. Add to that an impressive $42.7 million from international markets, and the global total hits a fantastic $123 million.
Here’s where it gets really exciting: Twisters reunites us with the thrilling world of storm chasers, but with a fresh twist. Daisy Edgar-Jones, who won hearts in Where the Crawdads Sing, and Anthony Ramos from Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, play Kate and Javi, two dedicated storm chasers who clash with the film’s wild card, Tyler, portrayed by Glen Powell. Powell’s character, nicknamed the "Tornado Wrangler," is a brash influencer with a flair for diving straight into the eye of the storm, quite literally. Powell shared with Entertainment Weekly, “I get to be a wild, rowdy cowboy. While everyone else is speeding away from the tornado, I’m driving right into it. It was a blast to play. Tyler is who everyone wants to be—the guy hollering, screaming, and laughing while chaos reigns.” His performance is not just fun; it's a ride!
Switching gears, the animated favorite Despicable Me 4 continues to charm audiences. In its third week, it pulled in $23.8 million, bringing its domestic total to $259.5 million and global earnings to a staggering $574.4 million. The Minions are still in high demand, and this film proves there's no slowing down their popularity.
Meanwhile, Inside Out 2 is making headlines as well. After six weeks in theaters, it collected $12.8 million this weekend, pushing its domestic gross to $596.4 million. On the global stage, it’s already accumulated $1.4 billion, placing it as the second highest-grossing animated film of all time. At this rate, it’s only a matter of time before it dethrones Frozen 2 from the top spot.
In the horror genre, Longlegs starring Nicolas Cage is holding strong. This non-franchise, standalone film earned $11.7 million this weekend alone, boosting its two-week domestic total to $44.7 million and global earnings to $56.1 million. Cage's latest role seems to be resonating well with audiences, proving that even standalone horror films can pack a punch.
Finally, rounding out the top five is A Quiet Place: Day One. This gripping prequel has brought in $6.1 million this weekend, raising its four-week domestic total to $127.6 million and its global haul to $241.4 million. The film continues to perform well, showcasing the enduring appeal of the A Quiet Place franchise.
In summary:
- Twisters dominates with $123 million worldwide, thanks to its star-studded cast and high-octane tornado chases.
- Despicable Me 4 remains a powerhouse, with global earnings nearing $575 million.
- Inside Out 2 is nearing a record-breaking milestone, making waves with $1.4 billion globally.
- Longlegs shows Nicolas Cage's strong appeal in horror, accumulating over $56 million worldwide.
- A Quiet Place: Day One continues to impress with its solid box office performance, reaching over $240 million globally.
The box office is alive with action, excitement, and record-breaking performances, setting the stage for more thrilling releases in the coming weeks.
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