Time: 2024-05-25
Ouch, it looks like a slow start for Warner Bros.' 'Furiosa' at the box office, possibly marking the lowest Memorial Day movie opening in over four decades. With a 4-day debut projected between $31M-$35M, this prequel directed by George Miller is facing tough competition. If 'Furiosa' lands on the higher end of that range, it will be the lowest Memorial Day weekend opening since 1984. Despite the poor pre-reception, the movie has received positive reviews and strong audience scores, raising hopes for a successful run. 'Furiosa' is estimated to make $11M on Friday and around $27.5M over the 3-day weekend, showing potential for a solid performance in the coming days. While the dystopian motorcycle-and-truck theme may not appeal to everyone, the star power of Chris Hemsworth and Anya Taylor-Joy is expected to attract audiences.In the meantime, Alcon/Sony's 'The Garfield Movie' is clawing its way to a $30M-$32M opening over the holiday weekend, with positive early numbers indicating a successful debut. The 4-day projections put the film ahead of its predecessor, 'Garfield: The Movie,' showing promise for a strong box office run.As new movies continue to enter the market, competition remains fierce, with 'Furiosa' and 'The Garfield Movie' vying for audience attention. While the box office landscape is still recovering from the impact of the pandemic, early indicators suggest a positive trajectory for these two releases.
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