‘Dog Man’ Leads U.K. and Ireland Box Office With Strong Debut as ‘A Complete Unknown’ Holds Firm

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Over the weekend, I was thrilled to see that Universal’s “Dog Man” took the lead at the U.K. and Ireland box office, opening strong with an impressive £3.2 million ($4 million) as reported by Comscore.

The popular, animated version based on Dav Pilkey’s beloved book series, appealing to families, has been an enormous attraction, bringing in one of the largest opening weekends this year thus far.

In its fourth week, Disney’s film “A Complete Unknown” moved to second position, earning an additional $1 million. With this, the movie has amassed a total of $12.4 million, led by Timothée Chalamet. Meanwhile, Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King,” starring in third place, brought in $869,889 during its eighth weekend. This brings the prequel’s earnings to a robust $37.6 million, making it one of the top-grossing family films this season.

In the fourth spot, Trafalgar Releasing’s “Macbeth: David Tennant And Cush Jumbo,” a filmed stage adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, earned $858,637 over the weekend, boosting its total to an impressive $1.9 million. Meanwhile, Paramount’s “September 5” made its debut in fifth place with a strong opening weekend gross of $793,853. This movie, directed by Tim Fehlbaum and featuring Peter Sarsgaard and John Magaro, has launched successfully thanks to its broad release across over 300 cinemas nationwide.

The critically acclaimed film “The Brutalist” from Universal Studios is still going strong, raking in $581,023 during its third weekend, which brings its total earnings to an impressive $3.1 million.

In its seventh week, Paramount’s “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” earned an additional $521,783, bringing its total gross to a whopping $30.7 million. The latest installment of the blue speedster’s adventures remains popular among families, managing to stay within the top 10 despite facing competition from fresh releases. Meanwhile, Sony Pictures’ “Becoming Led Zeppelin,” a documentary about the legendary rock band’s journey to fame, resonated with music enthusiasts, debuting in eighth place with $518,927.

In its second week, Warner Bros.’ science fiction thriller “Companion” ranked at number 9 with a weekend gross of $455,324, bringing its total earnings to $1.8 million. Meanwhile, Disney’s “Moana 2” held strong in the top 10 for its 11th consecutive weekend, earning $303,741 and pushing its overall revenue to $51.7 million. This animated film has proven to be a persistent box office force, demonstrating impressive staying power.

This week’s new releases commence on Wednesday, February 12th, featuring the British independent drama “Before Nikkah” from London New Wave. Helmed by Haider Zafar and starring Sasha Vadher, Aakash Shukal, and Aziz Kemal, this film delves into themes of love and cultural pressures in modern-day Britain.

On Thursday, February 13th, the highly anticipated return of a beloved character takes place with “Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy,” which is set for release by Universal. This latest addition to the Bridget Jones series, based on Helen Fielding’s novel, sees Renée Zellweger back on the big screen as the ever-relatable Bridget, tackling new romantic hurdles.

On a bustling Valentine’s Day this Friday, the week’s most anticipated premiere, “Captain America: Brave New World,” will be unveiled by Disney. This fresh installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is predicted to rule the box office, with Anthony Mackie taking on the role of Captain America in a time period following Steve Rogers.

For enthusiasts of animation, the Oscar-nominated film “Memoir of a Snail,” distributed by Modern Films and directed by Academy Award-winner Adam Elliot, boasts an impressive voice cast including Sarah Snook, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Jacki Weaver, and Eric Bana. Meanwhile, Vertigo Releasing’s animated adventure “The Sloth Lane” expands to more than 300 theaters nationwide. Additionally, Conic presents “To A Land Unknown,” a refugee drama debuting at Cannes, directed by Mahdi Fleifel. Lastly, Paramount offers a chilling slasher horror twist on Valentine’s Day with their film “Heart Eyes.”

Animation fans can watch the Oscar-nominated movie “Memoir of a Snail,” directed by Academy Award-winner Adam Elliot and featuring well-known actors like Sarah Snook, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Jacki Weaver, and Eric Bana. The animated film “The Sloth Lane” is now playing in over 300 theaters across the country. At Cannes, there’s a new refugee drama called “To A Land Unknown,” directed by Mahdi Fleifel. Last but not least, get ready for a Valentine’s Day horror movie with a twist – “Heart Eyes” from Paramount Pictures!

In celebration of its 80th anniversary, Park Circus brings back the timeless masterpiece “Brief Encounter (80th Anniversary)” directed by David Lean and starring Celia Johnson and Trevor Howard. This beloved classic will be available for modern audiences to appreciate one of the most iconic British films at select cinemas.

1. This week, various Indian productions are being launched. DJ Tech LTD offers two Malayalam films – the drama “Bromance” and romance “Painkili”. Dreamz Entertainment introduces the cross-dressing Telugu comedy “Laila”. Bakrania Media reintroduces the Bollywood classic “Hum Aapke Hain Koun!”, one of the most significant Indian films ever made. Lastly, Yash Raj Films premieres “Chhaava”, a historical epic in Hindi that is expected to draw a passionate audience.

2. This week, we’re seeing several new Indian productions hit the screens. DJ Tech LTD gives us two Malayalam films – the drama titled “Bromance” and romance named “Painkili”. Dreamz Entertainment brings the cross-dressing Telugu comedy “Laila” to the big screen. Bakrania Media reintroduces the timeless Bollywood classic “Hum Aapke Hain Koun!”, a film that holds a special place in Indian cinema history. Last but not least, Yash Raj Films unveils “Chhaava”, an epic historical tale in Hindi that promises to captivate its viewers.

3. This week marks the release of several exciting Indian productions. DJ Tech LTD delivers two Malayalam films – the drama “Bromance” and romance “Painkili”. Dreamz Entertainment offers the cross-dressing Telugu comedy “Laila”. Bakrania Media reintroduces the iconic Bollywood classic “Hum Aapke Hain Koun!”, a film that made history in Indian cinema. Lastly, Yash Raj Films presents “Chhaava”, a Hindi historical epic that is anticipated to captivate its audience.

4. This week, we can look forward to several new Indian releases. DJ Tech LTD offers the Malayalam films – the drama “Bromance” and romance “Painkili”. Dreamz Entertainment brings us the cross-dressing Telugu comedy “Laila”. Bakrania Media reintroduces the legendary Bollywood classic “Hum Aapke Hain Koun!”, a film that left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Last but not least, Yash Raj Films debuts “Chhaava”, an epic historical tale in Hindi that is expected to captivate its viewers.

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2025-02-11 21:18