From animated dragons to zombie thrillers, this weekend’s box office was a cinematic rollercoaster of emotions, genres, and surprises. With sequels soaring and new releases stumbling, here\u2019s a comprehensive look at how Hollywood fared this weekend\u2014and what moviegoers are loving right now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Weekend Gross:<\/strong> $37 million Backed by dazzling animation and heartfelt storytelling, How to Train Your Dragon<\/em> retains the top spot in its second week. A strong 17-theater expansion pushed it to 4,373 screens, reinforcing its wide appeal among families and fans of the franchise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Why It\u2019s Trending:<\/strong> Opening Weekend:<\/strong> $30 million (Domestic) Danny Boyle\u2019s return to the iconic zombie saga delivers big scares and bigger numbers. An R-rated horror flick with cult status, 28 Years Later<\/em> matched domestic and overseas earnings for a globally successful debut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Why It\u2019s Trending:<\/strong> Opening Weekend:<\/strong> $21 million Pixar\u2019s Elio<\/em> had a softer-than-expected opening, despite glowing reviews. Facing stiff competition from Dragon<\/em> and limited preview numbers due to the Juneteenth holiday, it\u2019s Pixar\u2019s lowest debut to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Why It\u2019s Trending:<\/strong> Weekend Gross:<\/strong> $9.7 million The live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch<\/em> continues its impressive run, beating newer releases and proving the power of nostalgia. With over $380 million in just five weeks, it\u2019s a clear 2025 box office titan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Why It\u2019s Trending:<\/strong> Weekend Gross:<\/strong> $6.55 million Tom Cruise\u2019s final outing as Ethan Hunt maintains a steady pace, drawing loyal fans even amid fierce competition. The action franchise shows endurance, though its box office peak may be behind it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Why It\u2019s Trending:<\/strong> Theaters are thriving again. But as Elio<\/em> shows, even strong studios like Pixar aren\u2019t immune to misfires in crowded markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All eyes are on F1<\/em>, Brad Pitt\u2019s adrenaline-charged racing film. Projected to open between $45\u201355 million domestically and $115M+ globally, it could shake up the charts next weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you\u2019re in Texas or Toronto, this week\u2019s box office has something for every kind of movie lover. From fire-breathing dragons to post-apocalyptic terror, 2025\u2019s summer movie season is heating up fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What are you planning to watch this weekend?<\/strong> From animated dragons to zombie thrillers, this weekend’s box office was a cinematic rollercoaster of emotions, genres, and surprises. With sequels soaring and new releases stumbling, here\u2019s a comprehensive look at how Hollywood fared this weekend\u2014and what moviegoers are loving right now. 1. How to Train Your Dragon (2025) \u2013 Soars to the Top Again…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10547,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10544","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-career"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10544","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10544"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10544\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10548,"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10544\/revisions\/10548"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10547"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10544"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10544"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nriglobe.com\/wp68\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10544"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
Total Domestic:<\/strong> $160.48 million
Weeks in Release:<\/strong> 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A beloved franchise, emotional depth, and wide accessibility across age groups give this animated sequel serious staying power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n2. 28 Years Later \u2013 Reviving the Horror Legacy<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Global Opening:<\/strong> $60 million<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fans of the original 28 Days Later<\/em> are thrilled by its revival. Boyle\u2019s return to the director\u2019s chair has sparked critical and fan buzz alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n3. Elio (Pixar) \u2013 A Bumpy Launch<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Rotten Tomatoes Score:<\/strong> 84%<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Quality is there, but marketing and timing may have missed the mark. Still, word-of-mouth could give it a second wind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n4. Lilo & Stitch (Live-Action) \u2013 A Nostalgic Powerhouse<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Total Domestic:<\/strong> $386.75 million
Weeks in Release:<\/strong> 5<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Emotional storytelling, lovable characters, and multigenerational appeal make this a Disney goldmine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n5. Mission: Impossible \u2013 The Final Reckoning \u2013 Still in the Game<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Total Domestic:<\/strong> $178.38 million
Weeks in Release:<\/strong> 5<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Explosive stunts and legacy loyalty keep this franchise relevant\u2014though the heat has cooled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\n\n\n\nComing Next Week: Brad Pitt\u2019s F1<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Stay tuned to NRI Globe<\/strong> for your global box office updates, Bollywood news, and diaspora entertainment scoops.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"