In a weekend filled with thrills and chills, Sony’s latest addition to the iconic Ghostbusters franchise, “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” unleashed its spectral mayhem upon 687 cinemas across the UK and Ireland. The paranormal extravaganza, directed by Gil Kenan, melds the old and new as a new generation of Ghostbusters teams up with beloved veterans to combat a sinister force threatening to plunge the world into a frozen apocalypse.
The £4 million ($5.1 million) opening weekend haul for “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” marks a triumphant debut at the top of the box office charts, unseating Warner Bros.’ “Dune: Part Two” from its three-week reign. The much-anticipated sequel to the 1984 classic breathed fresh life into the franchise, captivating audiences with its nostalgia and contemporary spectacle blend.
Building on the success of its predecessors, “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” surpassed the opening weekend figures of “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” and Paul Feig’s 2016 reboot. With a star-studded ensemble including Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon, and original cast members Bill Murray and Dan Aykroyd, the film promises a rollercoaster ride of supernatural excitement.
However, the ghostly fun didn’t end there. Sydney Sweeney’s chilling performance in Black Bear’s horror offering “Immaculate” spooked its way into third place, conjuring £522,583 in ticket sales. Meanwhile, Studiocanal’s enduring hit “Wicked Little Letters” continued its impressive run, adding £373,505 to its cumulative earnings.
Universal’s “Migration” maintained its migration toward success, securing £370,464 in its eighth weekend. At the same time, Vertigo’s “Late Night With The Devil” made a devilishly good debut in seventh place with £220,436. Trafalgar’s operatic extravaganza “Romeo Et Juliette – Met Opera 2023/24” rounded off the top ten with £81,880.
As Easter approaches, cinema-goers can look forward to a cornucopia of new releases. From music documentaries to high-octane blockbusters, there’s something for every taste. Trafalgar Releasing’s “Hate To Love: Nickelback” and Studiocanal’s “Mother’s Instinct” starring Jessica Chastain and Anne Hathaway are set to captivate audiences, alongside Universal’s eagerly awaited “Kung Fu Panda 4” and Warner Bros.’ colossal clash “Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire.”
For those with a penchant for the avant-garde, many festival favorites beckon. Metfilm Distribution’s “Drift,” Conic Giacomo Abbruzzese’s “Disco Boy,” and Utopia Sean Price Williams’ “The Sweet East” promise cinematic delights. At the same time, Modern Films offers a diverse selection, including “Opus,” “The Origin of Evil,” and “Little Eggs: A Frozen Rescue.”
Classic cinema enthusiasts will rejoice at the sight of Studiocanal’s 4K restoration of “The Lavender Hill Mob” and Park Circus’ nostalgic re-release of “Mary Poppins,” celebrating its 60th anniversary in style.
Amidst the whirlwind of premieres and revivals, “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” stands tall as the reigning champion of the box office, proving that even in a world plagued by ghosts and ghouls, there’s no substitute for good old-fashioned ghostbusting fun.
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