Here Are the Weekend Box Office Hits for This Weekend, with ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Leading the Pack

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Movie theaters across the country saw a big jump in ticket sales this weekend, thanks to both new movies and highly awaited sequels. It’s a popular time for families and holiday movie fans to head to the cinema during their time off. Several new films debuted successfully, and popular returning movies continued to draw large crowds. Here’s a look at how the top fifteen films performed financially and a bit about their stories.

‘JUJUTSU KAISEN: Execution -Shibuya Incident x The Culling Game Begins-‘ (2025)

This animated film continues the story of sorcerers fighting dangerous curses to protect people. This weekend, it made $274,020, bringing its total earnings to over $15.8 million through distributor GKIDS. However, attendance dropped significantly in its third week, and the film was only shown in 409 theaters. The movie follows Yuji Itadori as he tackles new magical obstacles, delivering a fast-paced and exciting experience for fans of the original story.

‘The Secret Agent’ (2025)

The espionage thriller saw a boost in revenue this weekend, earning $335,050 in its fourth week of release. The film, which follows a secret agent grappling with international betrayals and a crisis of loyalty, expanded to 133 theaters. With a total gross of $951,985, the movie offers a dark and realistic take on themes of identity and government secrets, attracting fans of the spy genre.

‘Ella McCay’ (2025)

James L. Brooks is back with a new film about a young politician juggling the demands of her career and family life. After opening in 2,500 theaters, the movie earned $480,000 during its second weekend, bringing its total domestic earnings to $3,574,612. The story follows an optimistic woman as she deals with the challenges of working in local politics.

‘Eternity’ (2025)

A24’s new romantic comedy has a fantastical twist: characters have to choose a lifelong partner, and it’s not just a saying! The movie made $581,553 this weekend in 514 theaters, bringing its total earnings to $14,808,254. Even after a month in cinemas and despite fewer theaters showing it, the film is still attracting a loyal audience. It combines heartfelt storytelling with an original premise that offers a fresh look at relationships.

‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’ (2025)

Okay, so the third film in this heist series is out, and it continues to follow ‘The Four Horsemen,’ a crew of incredibly talented illusionists. The studio says it brought in around $600,000 this weekend, pushing its total earnings in the US to over $61 million. Interestingly, it lost a lot of screens – over 1,600 – in its sixth week, which is a pretty big drop. As for the movie itself, it really ramps up the magic and the twists, with our heroes constantly dodging the authorities while pulling off these elaborate schemes. It’s definitely a step up in terms of complexity and deception.

‘Dhurandhar’ (2025)

Moviegoers Entertainment released a new action film centered around thrilling fight scenes and a character seeking to make amends. The film earned $670,000 from 383 cinemas, bringing its total earnings to $8.57 million. It’s been consistently popular for three weeks, appealing to fans of action movies from around the world. The story follows a hero battling against powerful forces to save his community from corruption.

‘Hamnet’ (2025)

I just saw Focus Features’ new film, and it’s a really moving adaptation of a historical novel. It dives into the personal life of a well-known playwright as he navigates a devastating loss. Over the weekend, it brought in $850,000 from 617 theaters, bringing its total earnings to $8.76 million. Now in its fourth week, the film really centers around a mother’s strength as she grieves the loss of her young son. What struck me most were the incredibly powerful performances and how beautifully it captured what life was like in sixteenth-century England.

‘Marty Supreme’ (2025)

This new drama from A24 tells a fictionalized story based on the life of a famous ping pong player. It quickly became a hit, earning $875,000 in its opening weekend from only six theaters – a very high average per theater. Director Josh Safdie’s latest film stars Timothée Chalamet and dives into the intense and consuming world of competitive sports in the mid-1900s.

‘Wicked: For Good’ (2025)

Universal Pictures’ new film continues the story of Oz, building on the beloved Broadway musical. This weekend, it earned $4.3 million, bringing its total domestic earnings over five weeks to $320.5 million. The movie focuses on the growing bond between Elphaba and Glinda as they deal with the political conflicts in their fantastical world. Viewers have especially enjoyed the songs and the impressive visuals that recreate the famous land of Oz.

‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ (2025)

The latest horror movie continues the story of creepy, haunted robots and the terrifying overnight security job at a decaying family fun center. Over the weekend, it earned $7.25 million, bringing its total earnings to over $108 million. Although ticket sales fell considerably in its third week, the film is still doing very well for Blumhouse, playing in 3,012 cinemas. The movie explores the hidden history of these mechanical creatures and the individuals caught up in their dangerous games.

‘Zootopia 2’ (2025)

The latest animated film from Walt Disney Studios is proving to be a big success. This sequel follows two animal detectives as they investigate a new mystery in a large city. Over its fourth weekend, the movie made $14.5 million, bringing its total earnings in the US to $282.8 million. Playing in 3,540 theaters, it continues to be a popular choice for families who enjoy well-made animation. The story centers around a mysterious reptile whose arrival leads the detectives to uncover a hidden conspiracy.

‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’ (2025)

Paramount Pictures released a new SpongeBob SquarePants movie, bringing the popular characters from Bikini Bottom to the big screen. It opened with $16 million in ticket sales across over 3,500 theaters. The film follows SpongeBob and his friends on an adventure to the surface world to save a friend. The animation uses a variety of styles, offering a visually exciting experience for fans of the show.

‘The Housemaid’ (2025)

This suspenseful thriller, released by Lionsgate, explores the destructive side of obsession within a rich family. It earned $18.95 million in its opening weekend from over 3,000 theaters. The story centers on a new household employee whose arrival sets off a chain of unsettling events and changes the balance of power. The film is crafted to build tension and slowly uncover the family’s hidden secrets, keeping audiences guessing.

‘David’ (2025)

Angel Studios had a big hit with its new historical drama, telling the story of a young shepherd who becomes king of Israel. The film earned $22.02 million in its opening weekend from over 3,100 theaters, making it a strong performer. It’s a large-scale production focusing on the well-known battle between the main character and the giant Goliath. A successful marketing campaign, aimed at fans of faith-based and historical stories, helped boost the film’s performance.

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ (2025)

James Cameron revisits the world of Pandora in this third film, showcasing a new volcanic area and its people. It opened to a huge $88 million weekend, playing on 3,800 screens. Released by 20th Century Studios as a major holiday film, it builds on the story of the Na’vi. This visually impressive sequel focuses on conflicts between Na’vi tribes and their continuing fight to protect their environment from humans.

Tell us which of these box office hits you are planning to watch in the comments.

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2025-12-22 20:16