The End of a Dominant Run
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has officially lost its grip on the top spot. After maintaining the No. 1 position every single weekend since its initial release on April 1, the animated powerhouse has finally been dethroned at the box office.
The film's journey has been nothing short of legendary, amassing over $830 million globally to date. However, its streak of consecutive weekend wins came to an end during the April 24-26 period.
A New King: Michael Takes the Crown
Taking the crown is the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, Michael. The film features Jaafar Jackson, the nephew of the legendary King of Pop, in the lead role. This new heavyweight managed to secure a massive opening weekend, according to data from Deadline.
Weekend Box Office Breakdown
The competition between these two heavyweights was clear during the latest tracking period. Here is how the numbers stacked up for the April 24-26 weekend:
- Michael: $97 million (US Opening)
- Super Mario Galaxy Movie: $21.2 million (US Weekend 4)
While the Super Mario Galaxy Movie may have lost its throne, its massive global earnings ensure it remains one of the most successful animated releases in recent history.
