The Woman King wins its opening weekend at the box office

Backed by strong test results and an A+ CinemaScore, led by Viola Davis woman king It would take first place at the box office in its opening weekend. woman kingDirected by Gina Prince-Bythwood, it earned $6.8 million on Friday, including $1.7 million in preview day shows on its way to its opening weekend box office of $18 million. On the review aggregator site Rotten Tomatoes, woman king Boasts a 94% positive score certified in the Fresh Certified Fresh Program. Critical consensus says, “Greetings Viola Davis! The King’s Woman Rules.” The film stars Thoso Mbedo, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atem, and John Boyega.

woman king It takes place in the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1820s. Davis plays General Nanska, the leader of an all-female warrior group defending the kingdom. As a new threat approaches, she must train the next generation of Dahomey’s defenders.

Davis said, “I’ve never had a role like this before. It’s transformative.” Vanity Fair Who played Nanesca in woman king. “And to be a producer of it, knowing I had my hand in making it pay off… I knew what it would mean to us as black people. Something that hadn’t been done before. And what it would mean for the black women sitting in that movie theater. The responsibility is really big.”

There are plenty of newcomers at the box office this weekend, knocking out the Toronto International Film Festival. horror movie barbaric, which opened in first place last weekend, is holding onto second place. latest A24 movies, Pearllanding in third place in the opening weekend. See how they run It opens in fourth place. Express train Rounding out the top five. David Bowie documentary Daydream Monaj It lands in tenth place on its first weekend. Here is the complete list of the top 10 box office movies.

1. The King’s Woman

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  • Opening weekend
  • the total: $18 million

In the 19th century, a group of female warriors protected the African kingdom of Dahomey with skill and ruthlessness unlike anything the world had ever seen. Faced with a new threat, General Nanisca is training the next generation of recruits to fight against a foreign enemy bent on destroying their way of life.

Directed by Gina Prince-Bythwood woman king Screenplay by Dana Stevens, based on a story she wrote with Maria Bello. The film stars Viola Davis, Thoso Mbedo, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atem, and John Boyega.

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2. Barbarian

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  • Two weeks
  • weekend: $6.5 million
  • the total: $21.1 million

A young woman discovers that the rented house she booked is already occupied by a stranger. She decides to spend the night despite her best judgment, but soon discovers that there is much more to fear than just an unexpected house guest.

Zack Krieger wrote and directed it barbaric. It stars Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgard and Justin Long.

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3. Pearl

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  • Opening weekend
  • the total: $3.2 million

Trapped on her family’s isolated farm, Pearl must take care of her sick father under the bitter and arrogant watch of her devout mother. A contemplation of a more glamorous life, Pearl’s ambitions, temptations, and oppression all collide with horrific effects.

Directed by T. West PearlIt is a prequel to his previous movie. XThe films are secretly shot in succession. West also co-wrote the screenplay with co-star Mia Goth, who reprises her role as the title character she grew up in. X. It also stars David Corrensuit, Tandy Wright, Matthew Sunderland, and Emma Jenkins-Borough.

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4. See how they run

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  • Opening weekend
  • the total: $2.7 million

In 1950s London, plans to release a movie from a successful play are abruptly halted after the murder of a pivotal crew member. When a grumpy world inspector and a passionate rookie cop take over the case, they find themselves dumped in a bewildering unit inside the enchanting world of the underground theater, investigating a mysterious murder at their own risk.

Directed by Tom George See how they run Screenplay format written by Mark Chappelle. The film stars Sam Rockwell, Saoirse Ronan, Adrien Brody, Ruth Wilson, Rhys Shersmith, Harris Dickinson, and David Oyelowo.

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5. Bullet Train

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  • Seventh week
  • weekend: $2.63 million
  • the total: $96.5 million

Ladybug is an unlucky killer determined to do his job in peace after too many buggies derailed. However, fate may have other plans as his latest mission puts him on a collision course with deadly enemies from around the world – all with connected but conflicting goals – on the world’s fastest train.

Directed by David Leach Express train From a screenplay by Zach Olkiewicz, based on the novel by Kotari Isaka. The film stars Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Andrew Koji, Hiroyuki Sanada, Michael Shannon, Benito A. Martinez Ocasio, and Sandra Bullock.

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6. Top Gun: The Maverick

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  • Seventeenth week
  • weekend: $2.26 million
  • the total: $709 million

After more than 30 years of service as one of the best aviators in the Navy, Pete “Resident” Mitchell was where he belonged, pushing the envelope as a brave test pilot and eluding advancement in rank that would make him stop. Training a class of alumni for a special mission, the Maverick must confront the ghosts of his own past and his deepest fears, culminating in a mission that requires the utmost sacrifice from those who choose to fly it.

Joseph Kosinski directs Top Gun: Maverick From a screenplay written by Eren Kruger, Eric Warren Singer, and Christopher Macquarie. The film stars Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Louis Pullman, Ed Harris, and Val Kilmer.

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7. DC League of Super-Pets

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  • The eighth week
  • weekend: $2.26 million
  • the total: $87.9 million

Krypto the Super-Dog and Superman are inseparable best friends, share the same superpowers and fight crime side by side in Metropolis. However, when the Man of Steel and the rest of the Justice League members are kidnapped, Krypto must convince a scattered group of animals to master their newfound power on a rescue mission.

Directed by Jared Stern DC League of Super-Pets He co-wrote the story with John Whittington. The film’s voice actors include Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Kate McKinnon, John Krasinski, Vanessa Bayer, Natasha Leon, Diego Luna, Thomas Middleditch, Ben Schwartz, and Keanu Reeves.

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8. Calling

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  • Two weeks
  • weekend: $1.75 million
  • the total: $21.5 million

After her mother dies and there are no other known relatives, Evie takes a DNA test and discovers a long-lost cousin she didn’t know she had. Invited by her new family to a lavish wedding in the English countryside, Evie is initially seduced by the sexy aristocratic host. However, she is soon plunged into a nightmare of survival as she reveals twisted secrets about her family’s history and the disturbing intentions behind their sinful generosity.

Jessica M. Thompson directed the invitation. Blair Butler wrote the film, based on the novel by Bram Stoker Dracula. Starring Nathalie Emmanuel and Thomas Doherty.

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9. Minions: Rise of the Puppy

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  • Twelfth week
  • weekend: $1.38 million
  • the total: $364.1 million

In the 1970s, a young puppy tries to join a group of super-villains called the Vicious 6 after they overthrow their leader – the legendary Wild Knuckles. When the interview turns disastrous, Puppy and his minions run away with Vicious 6 hot on their tails. Fortunately, he finds an unlikely source of guidance – Wild Knuckles himself – and soon discovers that even bad guys need a little help from their friends.

Take out Kyle Balda Minions: the rise of a puppy. The film’s voice cast includes Steve Carell, Pierre Coffin, Taraji B. Henson, Michelle Yeoh, RZA, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Lucy Lawless, Dolph Lundgren, Danny Trejo, Russell Brand, Julie Andrews and Alan Arkin.

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10. Monaj Daydream

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  • Opening weekend
  • the total: $1.2 million

Featuring never-before-seen footage and performances, director Brett Morgan explores David Bowie’s creative, spiritual and musical journey.

Brett Morgan wrote, directed and produced Daydream Monaj. It is the first movie officially licensed by Bowie’s Estate, named after one of Bowie’s songs.

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