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‘Thunderbolts*’ Leads Box Office with Strong Second Weekend Hold

Marvel’s latest film retains No. 1 spot as it reaches $272.2 million globally, while 'Sinners' and 'Minecraft' achieve significant milestones.

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Bob Iger, left, CEO of the Walt Disney Company, and Kevin Feige, president of Marvel Studios, pose together at the premiere of the film "Thunderbolts" at the Dolby Theatre, Monday, April 28, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)
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Marvel revealed that the asterisk in the movie's name referred to the titular ragtag team of antiheroes becoming the 'The New Avengers'

Overview

  • ‘Thunderbolts*’ earned $33.1 million in its second weekend, marking a 55% drop, a stronger hold compared to recent Marvel releases.
  • The film’s global total stands at $272.2 million after 10 days, bolstered by positive reviews and audience reception.
  • Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ surpassed $200 million domestically, with a global total of $283.3 million after four weeks in theaters.
  • ‘A Minecraft Movie’ crossed $909.6 million globally, maintaining its momentum as the year’s top-grossing Hollywood film so far.
  • New releases, including ‘Clown in a Cornfield,’ ‘Shadow Force,’ and ‘Fight or Flight,’ saw modest openings, reflecting ongoing challenges for mid-budget films.