SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 races its way to #1 in a stellar opening, making $69 million from 4,234 theatres for Paramount Pictures! This bests the $58 million its predecessor made in 2020. It garners 68% on the Tomatometer.

Second belongs to last week’s #1 movie MORBIUS, which earns $10 million for Sony Pictures, a two week total of $56.8 million.

THE LOST CITY lands in third with $9.7 million from 3,797 theatres for Paramount Pictures, a tally of $68.9 million to date.

Michael Bay‘s AMBULANCE debuts in fourth with $8.1 million from 3,412 theatres for Universal Pictures. It gets 69% on the Tomatometer.

THE BATMAN is at the bottom of the Top Five with $6.6 million for Warner Bros., a six week total $358 million.

Marvel‘s MORBIUS has a solid debut taking the spot at the Box Office with $40.8 million for Sony Pictures from 4,268 theatres. Despite only 17% on the Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer, this did not deter moviegoers from going out to see Jared Leto in his MCU introduction. It was made for $75 million.

In second is THE LOST CITY which reigned last week in its opening. It earns $14.6 million in its sophomore weekend, from 4,253 theatres for Paramount Pictures, a tally of $55.9 million.

Getting third is THE BATMAN with $11.2 million for Warner Bros. Its domestic run has brought it to $349.2 million.

Fourth is UNCHARTED with $3.7 million for Sony Pictures, a total $138.7 million. This has just been announced for an April 26th Digital release and May 10th DVD/Blu-ray release.

RRR – RISE ROAR REVOLT rounds things out with $1.5 million, a two week total of $12.4 million for Sarigama Cinemas.

Nobody brings them to the Movies like Sandra Bullock! THE LOST CITY debuts atop the Box Office with a strong $31 million for Paramount Pictures from 4,253 theatres. The Film has the distinction of the biggest opening for a female-driven Film since the Pandemic started. The Comedy also starring Channing Tatum and Daniel Radcliffe, gets 76% on the Tomatometer.

THE BATMAN is in second this weekend with $20.5 million from 3,967 theatres for Warner Bros. This brings its domestic run to $332 million.

Third spot goes to Bollywood Action/Drama RRR – RISE ROAR REVOLT with $9.5 million from 1,200 theatres for Sarigama Cinemas.

UNCHARTED pulls-in $5 million for Sony Pictures, bringing its total to $133.5 million.

JUJUTSU KAISEN 0: THE MOVIE is fifth with $4.5 million for Funimation, a two week total of $27 million. Very impressive for a niche genre release.

THE BATMAN takes the #1 spot again at the Box Office for Warner Bros. with $36.8 million from 4,302 theatres. This takes its three week tally to $300 million.

In second is Animate Feature JUJUTSU KAISEN 0: THE MOVIE with $19 million from 2,297 theatres for Funimation. The Film is playing at theatres in Canada and received 100% on the Tomatometer.

Third goes to UNCHARTED with $8;3 million from 3,700 theatres for Sony Pictures. To date it has grossed $126.2 million domestically.

DOG is in fourth with $4.3 million from 3,307 theatres for United Artists Releasing/Elevation Pictures. It has made $54.4 million in total.

X debuts in fifth with $4.1 million from 2,865 theatres for VVS Films/A24, the SXSW selection getting a stellar 96% on the Tomatometer.

For a second straight week, THE BATMAN dominates the Box Office with no new challengers. Disney and Pixar‘s TURNING RED which was to go to theatres, wound-up taking a direct-to-Disney+ route of release. This latest from the DC universe takes $66 million from 4,417 theatres across North America for Warner Bros. Over two weeks, it has grossed an impressive $238.5 million.

In second is UNCHARTED with $9 million from 3,725 theatres for Sony Pictures, a total $113.1 million over two weeks.

Third goes to DOG with $5.1 million from 3,407 theatres for United Artists Releasing/Elevation Pictures, bringing its run to $47.6 million.

SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME is in fourth $4 million, bringing it closer to the $800 million mark in its domestic run for Sony Pictures.

Bollywood flick RADHE SHYAM caps things off with $3.2 million in fifth, playing at 800 theatres across North America.

It’s all THE BATMAN and the rest of them this weekend as this latest DC Comics adaptation pulls moviegoers back out in droves. This latest Film starring Robert Pattison, makes $120 million in its opening, from 4,417 theatres for Warner Bros. This makes it the biggest opening for a movie thus far in 2022. Critical reactions have been strong, with an 85% score on the Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer. Biggest opening for the Batman franchise still goes to 2016’s Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice which debuted with $166 million.

UNCHARTED falls to second spot after a strong run its first two weeks out, with $12,4 million from 3,875 theatres for Sony Pictures, a tally of $101.6 million in its third weekend.

Third goes to DOG with $6.5 million, a total $40.4 million from 3,507 theatres in this third weekend for United Artists Releasing/Elevation Pictures.

SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME is in fourth with $4.7 million from 2,709 theatres for Sony Pictures, making its way to $786 million domestically.

Fifth belongs to DEATH ON THE NILE, with $2.9 million for 20th Century Studios, a total $37 million to date.

THE BATMAN fans, you cannot miss this! Available today through March 8, 2022, Torontonians get an exclusive chance to check-out THE BATMAN’S COLONY OF BATS Activation of Eaton Centre.

Details below.

WHAT:           In celebration of the Canadian theatrical release of THE BATMAN,DC and comic book fans have the opportunity to visit a one-of-a-kind world exclusive installation and photo opportunity today through March 8 when THE BATMAN’s Colony of Bats swoops into Toronto. Dominating the concourse of the CF Toronto Eaton Centre, the Colony of Bats swarms in mid-air to form a massive recreation of THE BATMAN’s logo in the middle of Toronto’s flagship shopping centre. Depending on where fans stand, the installation presents itself as either a flock of more than 10,000 bats mid-flight or the film’s logo, a striking and visually stunning effect achieved through forced perspective.

                        THE BATMAN’s Colony of Bats also celebrates a new national Warner Bros. Pictures Canada contest for fans to enter for a chance to win a trip to Los Angeles, where one lucky winner and a guest will experience the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood. The tour nearly 100 years of Warner Bros, including that of the DC Universe and more iconic entertainment properties. Fans are encouraged to enter the contest at https://bit.ly/thebatmancontest.

Check-out some snaps of the Activation:

                        THE BATMAN glides into Canadian theatres on March 4, 2022.

(Photo credit: Warner Bros. Pictures Canada)

We get a new glimpse of the Canadian Artwork for THE BATMAN starring Robert Pattinson. How exciting!

Synopsis:

It’s not just a call… It’s a warning.

From Warner Bros. Pictures comes Matt Reeves’ “The Batman,” starring Robert Pattinson in the dual role of Gotham City’s vigilante detective and his alter ego, reclusive billionaire Bruce Wayne.

Starring alongside Pattinson (“Tenet,” “The Lighthouse”) as Gotham’s famous and infamous cast of characters are Zoë Kravitz (“Big Little Lies,” “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”) as Selina Kyle; Paul Dano (“Love & Mercy,” “12 Years a Slave”) as Edward Nashton; Jeffrey Wright (“No Time to Die,” “Westworld”) as the GCPD’s James Gordon; John Turturro (the “Transformers” films, “The Plot Against America”) as Carmine Falcone; Peter Sarsgaard (“The Magnificent Seven,” “Interrogation”) as Gotham D.A. Gil Colson; Jayme Lawson (“Farewell Amor”) as mayoral candidate Bella Reál; with Andy Serkis (the “Planet of the Apes” films, “Black Panther”) as Alfred; and Colin Farrell (“The Gentlemen,” “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”) as Oswald Cobblepot.

Reeves (“The Planet of the Apes” franchise) directed from a screenplay by Reeves & Peter Craig, based on characters from DC.  Batman was created by Bob Kane with Bill Finger.  Dylan Clark (the “Planet of the Apes” films) and Reeves produced the film, with Michael E. Uslan, Walter Hamada, Chantal Nong Vo and Simon Emanuel serving as executive producers.  

The director’s behind-the-scenes creative team included Oscar-nominated director of photography Greig Fraser (“Dune,” “Lion”); Reeves’ “Planet of the Apes” production designer, James Chinlund, and editor, William Hoy; editor Tyler Nelson (“Rememory”); and Oscar-winning costume designer Jacqueline Durran (“1917,” “Little Women,” “Anna Karenina”).  The music is by Oscar-winning composer Michael Giacchino (the current “Spider-Man,” “Jurassic World” and “Star Wars” films, “Up”).

Warner Bros. Pictures Presents a 6th & Idaho/Dylan Clark Productions Production, a Matt Reeves Film, “The Batman.”  The film is set to open in theatres March 4, 2022 and will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures.

Warner Bros. Pictures Canada release THE BATMAN March 4, 2022.

(Photo/video credit: Warner Bros. Pictures Canada)

A new Trailer for THE BATMAN has arrived, The Bat and the Cat Trailer!

Synopsis:

From Warner Bros. Pictures comes Matt Reeves’ “The Batman,” starring Robert Pattinson in the dual role of Gotham City’s vigilante detective and his alter ego, reclusive billionaire Bruce Wayne.

Starring alongside Pattinson (“Tenet,” “The Lighthouse”) as Gotham’s famous and infamous cast of characters are Zoë Kravitz (“Big Little Lies,” “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”) as Selina Kyle; Paul Dano (“Love & Mercy,” “12 Years a Slave”) as Edward Nashton; Jeffrey Wright (“No Time to Die,” “Westworld”) as the GCPD’s James Gordon; John Turturro (the “Transformers” films, “The Plot Against America”) as Carmine Falcone; Peter Sarsgaard (“The Magnificent Seven,” “Interrogation”) as Gotham D.A. Gil Colson; Jayme Lawson (“Farewell Amor”) as mayoral candidate Bella Reál; with Andy Serkis (the “Planet of the Apes” films, “Black Panther”) as Alfred; and Colin Farrell (“The Gentlemen,” “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”) as Oswald Cobblepot.

Warner Bros. Pictures Canada release THE BATMAN March 4, 2022.

(Photo/video credit: Warner Bros. Pictures Canada)

We couldn’t take it no more! Premiering as part of DC Fandome celebrations this weekend is this new Trailer for Matt Reeves‘ THE BATMAN.

Synopsis:

From Warner Bros. Pictures comes Matt Reeves’ “The Batman,” starring Robert Pattinson in the dual role of Gotham City’s vigilante detective and his alter ego, reclusive billionaire Bruce Wayne.

Starring alongside Pattinson (“Tenet,” “The Lighthouse”) as Gotham’s famous and infamous cast of characters are Zoë Kravitz (“Big Little Lies,” “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald”) as Selina Kyle; Paul Dano (“Love & Mercy,” “12 Years a Slave”) as Edward Nashton; Jeffrey Wright (“No Time to Die,” “Westworld”) as the GCPD’s James Gordon; John Turturro (the “Transformers” films, “The Plot Against America”) as Carmine Falcone; Peter Sarsgaard (“The Magnificent Seven,” “Interrogation”) as Gotham D.A. Gil Colson; Jayme Lawson (“Farewell Amor”) as mayoral candidate Bella Reál; with Andy Serkis (the “Planet of the Apes” films, “Black Panther”) as Alfred; and Colin Farrell (“The Gentlemen,” “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them”) as Oswald Cobblepot.

Reeves (“The Planet of the Apes” franchise) directed from a screenplay by Reeves & Peter Craig, based on characters from DC. Batman was created by Bob Kane with Bill Finger. Dylan Clark (the “Planet of the Apes” films) and Reeves produced the film, with Michael E. Uslan, Walter Hamada, Chantal Nong Vo and Simon Emanuel serving as executive producers.

The director’s behind-the-scenes creative team included Oscar-nominated director of photography Greig Fraser (“Dune,” “Lion”); Reeves’ “Planet of the Apes” production designer, James Chinlund, and editor, William Hoy; editor Tyler Nelson (“Rememory”); and Oscar-winning costume designer Jacqueline Durran (“1917,” “Little Women,” “Anna Karenina”). The music is by Oscar-winning composer Michael Giacchino (the current “Spider-Man,” “Jurassic World” and “Star Wars” films, “Up”).

Warner Bros. Pictures Presents a 6th & Idaho/Dylan Clark Productions Production, a Matt Reeves Film, “The Batman.” The film is set to open in theatres March 4, 2022 and will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures.

Warner Bros. Canada release Matt Reeves’ THE BATMAN March 4, 2022.

(Photo/video credit: Warner Bros. Canada)