Transformers, Spider-Man Battle at Blockbuster Box Office as 'Rise of the Beasts' Launches to $170M Global Start

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts took the top spot at the box office in its debut, earning $60.5 million in North America and $110 million internationally for a $170.5 million global start.
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse swung into second place with $55.4 million in its second weekend, pushing its worldwide total past $390 million.
Several holdovers including The Little Mermaid and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 filled out the top five at the domestic box office.
Rise of the Beasts sets up a potential crossover with G.I. Joe in a post-credits scene.
The massive openings for both Rise of the Beasts and Across the Spider-Verse signal a much-needed revival of fortunes for big franchise fare at cinemas this summer.