WaperZach Cregger’s Resident Evil reboot reached $400 million worldwide, becoming the franchise’s highest-grossing installment.
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Specialty releases expanded their theatrical footprint, while Godzilla Minus Zero screened in Tokyo ahead of its Japanese release.
Resident Evil reboot reaches $400 million worldwide, setting franchise record
Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil has earned $157.399 million in North America and $242.6 million overseas. The $400 million worldwide total makes it the highest-grossing installment in the 24-year-old film franchise.
Why it matters: The milestone establishes a new commercial benchmark for the video-game adaptation franchise.
The Only Living Pickpocket in New York tops $1.9 million after expansion
Sony Pictures Classics’ John Turturro-starring film topped $1.9 million in its second week as it expanded from six screens to 1,112.
Why it matters: The expansion provides a useful performance marker for specialty films moving into wide theatrical distribution.
Godzilla Minus Zero screens in Tokyo ahead of November 3 Japanese release
Takashi Yamazaki’s sequel played two sold-out screenings at the Tokyo Film Festival ahead of its November 3 Japanese release. Stars Ryunosuke Kamiki and Minami Hamabe attended.
Why it matters: The Japanese opening is the next box-office milestone to watch for the sequel, following sold-out festival screenings.