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Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine – but who ended up No. 1?

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Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?

As a seasoned cinephile with decades of movie-watching under my belt, I must say this weekend’s box office results have certainly piqued my interest! The father-daughter duo trapped at an evil pop concert event reminds me of a real-life horror show I attended back in the day – the disco era. Inside Out 2 is still ruling the roost, earning a whopping $1.6 billion worldwide, making it clear that emotions are a universal language!

As a lifestyle aficionado, I found myself cheering on both Blake Lively and her spouse, Ryan Reynolds, in their recent box-office duel during the weekend. However, despite the fresh energy and enthusiasm of the newcomer, it seemed that the reigning champ held its ground, maintaining its position atop the cinematic throne.

Despite putting up a valiant effort, the lively character aged 36, along with her book “It Ends With Us,” struggled to surpass the immensely popular duo of Deadpool and Wolverine in terms of popularity.

The romantic drama co-starring actor and director Justin Baldoni earned a healthy $50 million its first weekend in theaters but debuted at number two while Reynolds’ Marvel adventure squeaked by with $54. 2 million, according to Box Office Mojo. 

For over three decades, it’s been rare for a married pair to have their movies take the top spot at the box office as they did this time around.

In 1990, Bruce Willis starred in Die Hard 2, while Demi Moore appeared in the romantic drama Ghost, marking their collaboration in those two films that year.

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?

So far, the most recent Deadpool film has grossed over $494.3 million in the U.S. and a staggering $1.02 billion worldwide.

On Twisters, the atmospheric pressure decreased significantly, placing the thrilling action-adventure movie, which takes place within tornado-prone areas, in third position with a gross revenue of $15 million.

The movie featuring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones has garnered immense popularity both within the U.S. and internationally. To date, it has earned an impressive $222.2 million domestically and a staggering $310 million globally.

Borderlands debuted in fourth place. 

Having spent countless hours immersed in the world of video games, I can confidently say that this thriller based on a best-selling game promises an exhilarating adventure. As someone who has navigated through various virtual landscapes and teamed up with unlikely allies, I am intrigued by the plot’s focus on a group of misfits embarking on a mission to rescue a girl believed to hold the key to unimaginable power. The idea of blending real-life stakes with fantastical elements is a captivating prospect, and I eagerly await its release to experience the thrilling journey firsthand.

As a lifestyle expert, I find it intriguing to dissect the world of entertainment, even when high-profile talents like Cate Blanchett, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jack Black, and Kevin Hart come together for a project. Regrettably, despite their collective star power, this production didn’t resonate with critics as expected, earning a mere 9% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, the audience score was more forgiving at 49%. It just goes to show that artistic appreciation can vary greatly between the critics and the public.

The movie made $8.8 million at the box office.  

In fifth position was Despicable Me 4, an entertaining animated film featuring Steve Carell and Kristen Wiig lending their voices to the roles of a clumsy criminal duo. This production managed to amass an impressive revenue of approximately $8 million.

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?

 Trap, starring Josh Hartnett, dropped to sixth place its second week in theaters. 

Over the weekend, M. Night Shyamalan’s supernatural thriller, which centers around a father and daughter caught in a sinister spectacle disguised as a popular music event, raked in approximately $6.725 million.

From my perspective as a lifestyle expert, it’s clear that Inside Out 2 continues to captivate audiences, even though there seems to be a slight dip in its box office performance after nine weeks in the cinemas – a common trend for many films.

In a competition, a movie about navigating puberty and its accompanying emotional shifts earned the seventh position, narrowly missing out on a prize of $5 million, with ticket sales amounting to $4.95 million instead.

As your trusted lifestyle advisor, I’m thrilled to share that “Inside Out 2” remains the crown jewel of 2024’s cinematic offerings, amassing an astounding global revenue of $1,593,756,948 so far. This film is truly a testament to the power of storytelling and the enduring appeal of quality entertainment.

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?

The movie “Harold and the Purple Crayon” featuring Zachary Levi, Lil Rey Howery, and Zooey Deschanel moved down to the eighth spot in rankings.

As a devoted fan, I must say that the action-adventure movie adaptation of the beloved children’s book is falling short in meeting its projected $40 million budget.

Over the weekend, it managed to pull in approximately $3.1 million, yet its domestic earnings total just $12.8 million, with an additional $15.4 million generated globally.

Cuckoo debuted in ninth.

Hunter Schafer, from the show Euphoria, plays a character who, along with her family, is compelled to relocate to a tranquil ski resort nestled within the Swiss Alps. However, lurking beneath this serene facade lies a disturbing mystery.

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively battle it out for top of the Box Office as It Ends With Us goes head-to-head with Deadpool & Wolverine - but who ended up No. 1?

The thriller received a rather healthy 78-percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. 

As someone who closely follows box office performances, I must say that despite its limited release in just 1,503 theaters during its opening weekend, raking in $3.01 million doesn’t seem too shabby. In fact, it nearly covered half of the film’s production budget of $7 million.

Longlegs continues to advance, maintaining its position among the leading contenders. Maika Monroe plays an FBI agent pursuing a serial killer with ties to the occult.

The crime drama collected an even $2 million.

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2024-08-12 03:34

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