Sydney, June 24: The National Australian Box Office reached an impressive $18.71 million over the weekend, marking a 21 per cent increase from the prior weekend.
This figure represents the highest-grossing weekend since the post-Christmas period (December 28-31) when the box office hit $20 million.
The top ten movies dominated the box office, accounting for 93.47 per cent of the total revenue, with the top two films representing 76.84 per cent.
Inside Out 2 continues to hold the number one spot, grossing $7.46 million over the weekend and bringing its cumulative box office to $19.11 million in its second week of release.
This marks the highest second weekend ever for a Walt Disney Animation Studios/Pixar film, surpassing the previous record held by Finding Dory, which earned $7.43 million. Inside Out 2 also outperformed several other notable sequels, earning 131 per cent more than the original Inside Out, 37 per cent more than Frozen 2, 17 per cent more than Toy Story 4, and 14 per cent more than Incredibles 2.
Debuting in second place is the new release Despicable Me 4, which amassed $7 million in its opening weekend.
This marks the highest-grossing opening weekend in the Despicable Me and Minions franchise.
The film proved especially popular in HOYTS D-BOX sessions, with audiences opting for the D-BOX Motion Recliner experience to fully immerse themselves in the action.
In third place is Bad Boys: Ride or Die, which brought in $1.62 million, raising its cumulative Australian box office to $10.34 million in its third week of release.
The Garfield Movie claimed the fourth spot, earning $359,000 over the weekend and bringing its total to $7.86 million in its fourth week.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga placed fifth, generating $326,000, and bringing its cumulative box office to $9.72 million in Australia in its fifth week.
Upcoming Releases
Several highly anticipated movies are set to hit theaters this week:
A Quiet Place: Day One: Experience the day the world went silent in this gripping prequel. Witness the origins of the terrifying silence in HOYTS Xtremescreen for an immersive experience. Secure your seats now at HOYTS.COM.AU.
The Mountain: Follow Sam, a fearless young girl raised outside her Māori culture, as she embarks on a mission to connect with her mountain in hopes of healing from cancer. This heartfelt drama, screening at select HOYTS locations, highlights the power of friendship and cultural heritage.
Blue Lock The Movie- Episode Nagi: This Japanese film (with English subtitles) follows second-year high schooler Nagi Seishiro as he discovers his hidden skill under the mentorship of Mikage. Catch it at select HOYTS locations.
Kalki 2898 AD: This film, available in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil (with English subtitles), tells the story of a modern-day avatar of Vishnu, believed to have descended to earth to protect the world from evil forces. Screening at select HOYTS locations.
Jatt & Juliet 3: A Punjabi romantic comedy (with English subtitles) featuring a battle of wits as Fateh joins the police force and meets his charming boss, Pooja. Will Cupid’s arrow lead to real love in this rib-tickling affair? Find out at select HOYTS locations.
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