Box Office Preview: 'Scary Movie' Leads with $7.7 Million, 'Masters of the Universe' Follows at $4.4 Million
Box Office: ‘Scary Movie’ Makes $7.7 Million in Previews, ‘Masters of the Universe’ at $4.4 Million
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'Scary Movie', the latest installment in the horror parody franchise, earned $7.7 million in previews and is projected to open between $40 million and $50 million. 'Masters of the Universe' made $4.4 million and is expected to debut with $30 million to $35 million.
- 01'Scary Movie' could set a franchise record, potentially surpassing the $49.7 million opening of 'Scary Movie 4'.
- 02The film features the return of the Wayans brothers, who last worked on the series in 2001.
- 03Miramax financed 'Scary Movie' for $30 million, indicating a strong potential for profit.
- 04'Masters of the Universe' stars Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man and has a significant budget of $200 million.
- 05'Masters of the Universe' is projected to open between $30 million and $35 million, despite its high production costs.
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'Scary Movie', the newest entry in the popular horror parody series from Paramount and Miramax, has generated $7.7 million in previews ahead of its weekend release. The film is expected to open with a strong box office performance, with projections ranging from $40 million to $50 million. If it meets or exceeds these estimates, it could break the franchise record set by 'Scary Movie 4', which debuted with $49.7 million in 2006. This installment marks the return of the Wayans brothers, who have not been involved in the series since 2001's 'Scary Movie 2'. The film parodies recent horror hits including 'Terrifier' and 'Get Out'. Meanwhile, 'Masters of the Universe', which features Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man, earned $4.4 million in previews and is projected to open between $30 million and $35 million, despite its hefty $200 million budget. Directed by Travis Knight, the film also stars Idris Elba and Camila Mendes.
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