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Weekend Box Office Hits $56 Million Amid Storm

1/29/2026

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Sam Raimi, filmmaker behind Send Help, leads the weekend with about $15 million after a historic winter storm.
Mark Fischbach, known as Markiplier, is behind Iron Lung, expected to earn between $6 million and $10 million.
Amazon MGM's Melania may debut with over $5 million, targeting right-leaning viewers.
Overall, the weekend box office is forecast to reach about $56 million, signaling a modest recovery.

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Story summary

Sam Raimi, filmmaker behind Send Help, leads the weekend with about $15 million after a historic winter storm.
Mark Fischbach, known as Markiplier, is behind Iron Lung, expected to earn between $6 million and $10 million.
Amazon MGM's Melania may debut with over $5 million, targeting right-leaning viewers.
Overall, the weekend box office is forecast to reach about $56 million, signaling a modest recovery.