Indie Film Box Office Report: Neon's 'EpiC' Ranks 9th, 'Protector' Opens Strong, and 'Pompei' Makes Waves in NYC
Neon's documentary "EpiC: Elvis Presley In Concert" is currently ranked 9th at the domestic box office, playing on 1,965 screens in its third week. The film is expected to gross $1.5 million, bringing its total earnings to $10.9 million. Meanwhile, the action thriller "Protector," starring Milla Jovovich, opened to a weekend total of $744k on over 1,000 screens. The 2026 Oscar Nominated Shorts, presented by Roadside Attractions, has grossed $545k on 325 screens, with a total of $2.98 million. Horror film "Dolly" scared up an estimated $480k on 810 screens in its opening weekend.
Gianfranco Rosi's documentary "Pompei: Below The Clouds" had a successful theatrical debut in New York City, grossing $18.8k at two theaters. The film, which explores modern-day life in Naples near Vesuvius, received critical acclaim and will expand to other markets in the coming weeks. Neon's other films, including "Sirat," "The Secret Agent," and "Sentimental Value," continue to perform well on over 100 screens each. A24's "Marty Supreme" has grossed $240k on 890 screens, while "Pillion," starring Alexander Skarsgard, has earned $349k on 369 screens.
In its fifth week, GKids' historical drama "Kokuho" surpassed $1 million on 41 screens, with a weekend total of $45.7k. Overall, the indie film scene is gearing up for the Oscars, with several films vying for recognition and box office success.