In a surprising turn of events, Sony/Alcon’s The Garfield Movie has taken the international box office by storm. With an impressive $27.1 million in 60 markets, the film has now reached a total of $152.2 million worldwide. The movie’s success is evident in its ability to maintain a strong hold in overseas markets, with only a 3% drop from the previous weekend. The international box office total now stands at $100.7 million, with notable debuts in countries like China, Poland, Australia, and Indonesia.
In China, The Garfield Movie opened to an impressive $8.2 million, surpassing the lifetimes of other popular animated films. Other new markets like Poland, Australia, and Indonesia also saw strong debuts for the film, further solidifying its international appeal. Additionally, holdover markets like Germany and the UK experienced significant growth, with Germany climbing 131% in its fourth weekend and the UK only dropping 5% in its second weekend. The film’s success in these markets bodes well for its overall performance.
On the other hand, Warner Bros’ Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga had a more subdued international weekend, earning $21 million in 77 markets. While this marked a 38% drop from holdovers, the film’s total now stands at $64.7 million internationally and $114.4 million globally. Despite a slow start, Furiosa has shown strong holds in markets like Germany, Belgium, and France. The film’s upcoming release in China is highly anticipated and could potentially boost its overall performance.
Meanwhile, 20th Century/Disney’s Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes continues to impress with just a 28% drop from the previous weekend. Adding $15.2 million in 52 material markets, the film now has an international total of $197.1 million. Notable holds in countries like Germany, Brazil, and Australia showcase the film’s enduring appeal. With a global total of $337.1 million, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes has become the best-performing installment in the franchise in several key markets.
Lastly, Paramount’s IF friended another $11 million overseas this session in 69 markets, bringing the film’s worldwide total to $138 million. The film has been met with success internationally, with an offshore total of $57.6 million to date. Notably, the film has only dipped by 8% in overseas markets, indicating a strong viewer retention. With upcoming releases in Japan and China, IF is poised to continue its successful run at the international box office.
Overall, the current state of the international box office is characterized by a mix of surprising successes and steady performers. The Garfield Movie’s unexpected rise to the top spot showcases the unpredictable nature of the industry, while films like Furiosa and Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes continue to demonstrate their lasting appeal. As audiences around the world flock to theaters, it remains to be seen which films will reign supreme in the coming weeks.