Box Office Report: 'Wuthering Heights' Dominates Friday Sales, 'GOAT' and 'Crime 101' Follow Close Behind
Emerald Fennell's adaptation of Emily Brontë's classic gothic romance, "Wuthering Heights," captured the top spot at the Friday box office, grossing $11 million from 3,682 theaters in North America. The film, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, tells the story of forbidden love between a socialite and a high-society outcast. With a potential domestic gross of $40 million and international projections of $40 million, "Wuthering Heights" is off to a strong start, considering its $80 million budget.
In second place, Sony's animated feature "GOAT," produced by NBA star Stephen Curry, earned $7.1 million domestically on Friday from 3,863 theaters. The family film follows the story of a young goat dreaming of becoming a roarball star, voiced by Caleb McLaughlin. With an expected holiday frame total of $25 million, "GOAT" promises to be a heartwarming tale for audiences.
Amazon MGM's "Crime 101" secured the third spot on Friday with $3.9 million from 3,161 locations. The heist thriller, featuring a star-studded cast including Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Barry Keoghan, and Halle Berry, is projected to earn $13.8 million during its extended opening. Directed by Bart Layton, "Crime 101" follows a detective's pursuit to thwart a career criminal's final heist.
In the fourth and fifth positions were Sam Raimi's "Send Help" and Angel Studio's "Solo Mio." "Send Help" earned $1.8 million in its third weekend at the domestic box office, with an estimated total of $9.5 million through President's Day. Meanwhile, "Solo Mio" made $1.4 million on its second Friday, with a North American total expected to reach around $18 million by Monday.
Overall, the Friday box office saw a diverse range of films captivating audiences, from romantic dramas to animated family adventures and thrilling heist stories. As the holiday frame continues, these films are set to entertain and engage viewers with their unique storytelling and talented casts.