‘Resident Evil’ Sets Franchise Box Office Record With $26.3 Million Opening Day
Sony's video game film is on course for a $53 million-plus opening weekend The post ‘Resident Evil’ Sets Franchise Box Office Record With $26.3 Million Opening Day appeared first on TheWrap .
Sony/Columbia's "Resident Evil" has achieved a new franchise box office record with a $26.3 million opening day, according to TheWrap. The horror video game series film garnered the best critical and audience reception ever for a title bearing its name, opening in 3,684 locations across the country. Analysts are projecting a domestic opening weekend of $53-55 million, with potential increases to $60 million over the weekend due to strong Saturday and Sunday box office performances.
This strong start is indicative of a successful $75 million production from TriStar Pictures, Constantin Films, Davis Films, and Vertigo Entertainment.
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