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‘Weapons’ Dominates Box Office, ‘Nobody 2’ Debuts Strong

8/21/2025

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Summary

Story summary

"Weapons" leads the US box office, earning $24 million in its second weekend, totaling $88 million.
In the UK, it remains number 1, grossing £1.5 million for a total of £6.2 million.
"Nobody 2" debuts at number 3 in the US with $9.2 million.
"Materialists" debuts at number 2 in the UK with £1.2 million.

History

Historical Context

The film industry has evolved significantly since the 1980s, with blockbuster films like "Avatar" (2009) grossing $2.8 billion and shaping audience expectations. By 2021, the global box office rebounded to $21.4 billion post-pandemic, underscoring the resilience of cinema. The recent success of "Weapons," earning $88 million in the US, highlights the ongoing cultural impact and financial importance of major film releases.

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Story summary

"Weapons" leads the US box office, earning $24 million in its second weekend, totaling $88 million.
In the UK, it remains number 1, grossing £1.5 million for a total of £6.2 million.
"Nobody 2" debuts at number 3 in the US with $9.2 million.
"Materialists" debuts at number 2 in the UK with £1.2 million.

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