Jason Statham's 'A Working Man' Beats 'Snow White' to Top Box Office Amid Revenue Decline Concerns
March 30, 2025
The film 'Snow White' is struggling with poor reviews, holding only a 41% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which may hinder its box office performance.
In contrast, Disney's 'Snow White' experienced a significant 66% drop in its second weekend, earning only $14.2 million.
The box office rankings from Friday to Sunday in the U.S. and Canada featured 'A Working Man' at the top, followed closely by 'Snow White' and 'The Chosen: Last Supper'.
The success of 'A Working Man' marks a significant moment for Amazon MGM Studios, especially following the recent departure of studio head Jennifer Salke.
Jason Statham's thriller 'A Working Man' debuted with an impressive $15.2 million, surpassing expectations and taking the top spot at the box office.
Next weekend's box office will see the release of several new films, including 'A Minecraft Movie', which is expected to target family audiences and could potentially take the lead.
Despite initial expectations, 'Snow White' faced controversies and was anticipated to maintain its top position for the weekend.
Despite receiving mixed reviews and a 'B' CinemaScore, Statham has solidified his status as a bankable star in the film industry.
Currently, 'Schneewittchen' has grossed $66.8 million in North America and $143.1 million globally, but its production and marketing costs are estimated at a staggering $370 million.
Overall, the domestic box office is facing challenges, with a reported 11% revenue decline year-over-year, a trend expected to be a hot topic at the upcoming CinemaCon.
Among the new releases, 'The Chosen: The Last Supper' earned $11.5 million, while 'The Woman in the Yard' and 'Death of a Unicorn' grossed $9.5 million and $5.8 million, respectively.
With the box office struggling, the upcoming releases will be crucial in determining whether the trend of declining ticket sales can be reversed.
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AP News • Mar 30, 2025
Statham’s 'A Working Man’ upsets ‘Snow White’ to take No. 1 at the box office
The Hollywood Reporter • Mar 30, 2025
03-31-2025 Daily Edition
Entertainment Weekly • Mar 30, 2025
Jason Statham's abduction thriller 'A Working Man' dethrones 'Snow White' at the weekend box office
Associated Press • Mar 31, 2025
Statham’s 'A Working Man’ upsets ‘Snow White’ to take No. 1 at the box office