‘Transformers One’ Faces Unexpected Box Office Competition From ‘Beetlejuice 2’

Despite strong reviews and audience reception, the animated prequel is narrowly leading over the third-weekend earnings of 'Beetlejuice 2'.

‘Transformers One’ is projected to open with $26 million, below the expected $30 million to $35 million.
‘Beetlejuice 2’, in its third weekend, is closely trailing with an estimated $24.5 million.
Both films are separated by just $500,000 to $1 million, making for a tight race at the box office.
The film has received an A CinemaScore and strong critical reviews, but faces competition from upcoming animated releases.
Other new releases, ‘Never Let Go’ and ‘The Substance’, are performing poorly with estimated openings of $4 million and $3 million, respectively.