Spider-Man: Brand New Day maintained its number one position at the domestic box office for the fifth consecutive weekend, earning an estimated $22.2 million. The film now boasts a domestic total of $891.5 million and a global haul reaching $2.332 billion. It has officially surpassed Avatar: The Way of Water to claim the third-highest global gross of all time. This performance effectively quiets speculation regarding superhero fatigue, proving that audiences remain eager for high-budget spectacles when the quality holds up.
Competitive Openings and Market Shifts
Warner Bros. and Ketchup Entertainment saw success with the release of Coyote vs. Acme. The film pulled in $15.46 million during its opening weekend across 3,575 screens. Despite a difficult path to release, the film benefited from strong critical reception, including a 95% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Industry observers note the low $10 million production and advertising spend, which positions the title as a success for its backers.
In contrast, 20th Century Studios struggled with the release of The Dog Stars. The post-apocalyptic survival drama directed by Ridley Scott earned only $8 million from 3,330 locations. This debut marks one of the lowest opening weekends for a Ridley Scott film in the modern era, falling behind titles like The Counselor and All the Money in the World. Audiences gave the film a C+ CinemaScore, and the production failed to generate significant traction despite heavy IMAX promotion.
Broader Box Office Context
Total domestic gross for the three-day weekend reached $99.4 million. This figure sits just below the $100 million mark, potentially ending a streak of eighteen consecutive weeks of such performance. Still, the industry remains well ahead of 2025 numbers. Other notable performers included the satirical horror film Buddy, which brought in $5.36 million across 1,258 screens. Its 88% critical score indicates it may find a consistent audience in upcoming weeks.
Looking toward next week, Paramount prepares to release the 1960s-era thriller By Any Means, featuring Mark Wahlberg and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. Simultaneously, A24 will debut Onslaught, a horror-action film from director Adam Wingard. These additions will test whether the current momentum, led by Sony's superhero franchise, can extend through the remainder of the summer season. The market currently demonstrates a clear divide between established brands and smaller projects that rely heavily on critical acclaim to drive attendance.