Lilo & Stitch SAVES Summer Box Office!

'Lilo & Stitch' Soars to $63M in Second Weekend, Disney Hits $1B Domestic Milestone

The summer box office is heating up, and Disney's heartwarming adventure, 'Lilo & Stitch,' is leading the charge! The film enjoyed a fantastic second weekend, pulling in an impressive $63 million. This stellar performance propels Disney past the $1 billion mark at the domestic box office, making them the first studio to achieve this milestone YTD.

Excluding 2020, this marks an incredible 20 consecutive years since 2005 that Disney has surpassed $1 billion domestically – a feat unmatched by any other studio.

'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning' Holds Strong

Not to be outdone, Paramount's 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning' continues to deliver, securing $27.3 million in its second weekend. The film's performance benefited significantly from IMAX screens, demonstrating the format's continued appeal for action-packed blockbusters.

'Karate Kid: Legends' Debuts with $21M Amidst Mixed Reception

Sony's 'Karate Kid: Legends,' the highly anticipated team-up featuring Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, landed at approximately $21 million for its opening weekend. However, some analysts predict the final figure could be closer to $19 million.

Here's a closer look at the factors influencing the film's performance:

• Initial Projections: 'Karate Kid: Legends' was initially tracking at $35 million before dropping to the mid-$20 million range leading up to release.
• 'Cobra Kai' Effect: The popularity of the 'Cobra Kai' series on Netflix may have lessened the urgency for audiences to see another karate tournament on the big screen.
• Competition: Overlap in demographics with 'Lilo & Stitch' likely impacted ticket sales, as families on a budget prioritized the film kids were most eager to see.
• Audience Sentiment: RelishMix noted negative chatter surrounding fears that the film wouldn't live up to the hype of previous installments and the success of 'Cobra Kai'.

Despite falling short of expectations, 'Karate Kid: Legends' is still projected to be somewhat profitable, given its $45 million net production cost. The film also boasts great exits, which should help it hold well in the coming weeks.

Other Notable Performances

A24's 'Bring Her Back' is also making waves, earning $7 million in its opening weekend. The film has garnered critical acclaim, boasting a 90% certified fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an impressive 80% audience score. Sally Hawkins is generating awards buzz for her performance.

Here’s a look at the top 10 movies this weekend:

1. Lilo & Stitch (Dis) - $63M
2. Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning (Par) - $27.3M
3. Karate Kid: Legends (Sony) - $21M
4. Final Destination: Bloodlines (NL) - $10.8M
5. Bring Her Back (A24) - $7.08M
6. Sinners (WB) - $5.22M
7. Thunderbolts (Dis) - $4.8M
8. Friendship (A24) - $2.5M
9. Last Rodeo (Angel) - $2.14M
10. J-Hope Tour: Hope on Stage (TRAF) - $939K

Overall Box Office Health

Even with some films underperforming, the overall box office is showing signs of strength. Total grosses for all movies are estimated at $151 million, up a significant 130% from the same post-Memorial Day frame a year ago. 'Lilo & Stitch's' second weekend alone represents 95% of what most movies grossed last year.

The box office landscape is dynamic, and while some films may not reach their projected heights, the diversity of offerings and overall upward trend are encouraging signs for the industry. There’s something for everyone at the movies right now, and that’s a win for both studios and audiences alike!

Source: https://deadline.com/2025/06/box-office-lilo-stitch-karate-kid-bring-her-back-1236414174/