‘Practical Magic 2’ Leads Box Office as ‘Spider-Man’ Eyes All-Time Domestic Record - The Hollywood Reporter
The film 'Practical Magic 2' topped the domestic box office with a $30 million opening, though it underperformed compared to some projections. Despite mixed critical reviews, the movie has received strong positive feedback from audiences.
Why it matters
The performance of this sequel provides insight into current consumer trends in the film industry and the ongoing recovery of the domestic box office.
Logo text Practical Magic 2 conjured up a win over the unstoppable Spider-Man: Brand New Day as the box office had a sleepier weekend overall amid its shift to fall.
Earning a B+ CinemaScore from audiences, Practical Magic 2 opened to around $30 million domestically for the weekend, hitting the low end of Warner Bros.’ projected range . Director Susanne Bier’s sequel launched in over 4,000 North American locations and carries a $75 million production budget. Internationally, the movie added $16 million from 77 overseas markets.
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