Mr. Peabody & Sherman in its second week of release takes the top of the Box Office despite some stiff challenges from some new Films.  The Animated Feature earned $21.2 million for 20th Century Fox after opening in second spot last weekend.  To date, it has grossed $63 million.

After debuting at the top last weekend, 300: Rise of an Empire slips to second spot this weekend for Warner Bros. with $19.1 million. In two weeks, the Action-Fantasy has earned an impressive $78 million.

Need for Speed opens in third spot for DreamWorks Pictures with $17.3 million from 3,315 theatres.  Critics gave the Film 24% on the Tomatometer, despite Audiences having praise for the Film starring  Breaking Bad‘s Aaron Paul, giving it an B+ CinemaScore.

Non-Stop continues to perform well in its third week with $10 million for Universal Pictures, placing it in fourth. The Film starring Liam Neeson and Julianne Moore thus far has made $78 million.

Tyler Perry’s The Single Mom’s Club opens in fifth spot for eOne Films/Lionsgate Films with $9 million. Critics gave the Comedy starring Nia Long, Terry Crews, Eddie Cibrian, Amy Smart at more a 22% on the Tomatometer, while Audiences gave it a A-CinemaScore.

It was close for the bottom of the Top ten with The Grand Budapest Hotel in its second week of limited release performing exceedingly well for Fox Searchlight, with $2.1 million from only 66 theatres across North America.  Its per-screen average is a record-setting $55k. Critics gave the new Dramedy from Wes Anderson an outstanding 91% on the Tomatometer. Meanwhile, Fan-funded Veronica Mars, handled by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, also grossed $2.0 million from only 291 theatres; Critics gave it a respectable 76% on the Tomatometer. Another Kristen Bell Film, Frozen also brought-in $2 million for Disney in its 17th week of release amazingly.

DreamWorks Pictures and Mr. Will Wong want to take Readers across Canada on a high-octane ride to a 3D Advance Screening of NEED FOR SPEED, the latest from Director Scott Waugh, starring red-hot Aaron Paul.

3D Screenings are set to take place on Wednesday, March 12, 2014 in the following Cities:

TORONTO

OTTAWA

VANCOUVER

CALGARY

EDMONTON

Official Synopsis:

NEED FOR SPEED centers around Tobey Marshall (Aaron Paul), a blue-collar Mechanic who races Muscle Cars on the side in an unsanctioned Street-Racing Circuit. Struggling to keep his Family-owned Garage afloat, he reluctantly partners with the wealthy and arrogant ex-NASCAR Driver Dino Brewster (Dominic Cooper). But just as a major sale to Car Broker Julia Bonet (Imogen Poots) looks like it will save Tobey‘s Shop, a disastrous race allows Dino to frame Tobey for a crime he didn’t commit, and sending Tobey to prison while Dino expands his Business out west.

Two years later, Tobey is released and set on revenge — but he knows his only chance to take down his rival Dino is to defeat him in the high-stakes race known as De Leon — the Super Bowl of Underground Racing. However to get there in time, Tobey will have to run a high-octane, action-packed Gauntlet that includes dodging pursuing Cops coast-to-coast as well as contending with a dangerous bounty Dino has put out on his Car. With the help of his loyal Crew and the surprisingly resourceful Julia, Tobey defies odds at every turn and proves that even in the flashy world of exotic Supercars, the Underdog can still finish first.

NEED FOR SPEED is presented by DreamWorks Pictures, produced by Patrick O’Brien, John Gatins and Mark Sourian, and directed by Scott Waugh. The screenplay is by George Gatins. The story is by George Gatins & John Gatins, and, based on the video game series created by Electronic Arts. The Film releases in theatres on March 14, 2014.

Watch the Trailer:

To enter to win Advance 3D Screening Passes to see NEED FOR SPEED, simply by clicking “like” on this Post at Mr. Will Wong on Facebook. Indicate your City and also tell me what your ideal Dream Car would be!

You are encouraged to share with your Friends on Facebook or Re-Tweet the below:

http://www.mrwillwong.com/needforspeedCANADA @MRWILLW wants us to #win Advance 3D Screening Passes to see #NEEDFORSPEED across Canada. In theatres 3/14!

We’re also giving away a Signed Photo from the Star of NEED FOR SPEED, AARON PAUL! Details here!

Good luck, Wongsters!

Take a moment out also to check-out a couple Behind-the-Scenes Featurettes from NEED FOR SPEED here!

Dreamworks Pictures release NEED FOR SPEED on FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 2014.

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NEED FOR SPEED™ AND LOGO ARE TRADEMARKS OF EA

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DreamWorks Pictures and Mr. Will Wong want to take Readers across Canada on a high-octane ride to a 3D Advance Screening of NEED FOR SPEED, the latest from Director Scott Waugh, starring red-hot Aaron Paul.

3D Screenings are set to take place:

CITY: Toronto

DATE: Wednesday, February 19th

TIME: 7 :30PM

LOCATION: Scotiabank Theatre Toronto

CITY: Richmond Hill

DATE: Thursday, February 27th

TIME: 7:00PM

LOCATION: SilverCity Richmond Hill

CITY: Barrhaven

DATE: Thursday, February 27th

TIME: 7:00PM

LOCATION: Cineplex Barrhaven

CITY: Burnaby

DATE: Thursday, February 27th

TIME:7:00PM

LOCATION: SilverCity Metropolis

CITY: Whitby

DATE: Thursday, March 6^th

TIME: 7:00PM

LOCATION: Landmark Cinemas Whitby

CITY: Winnipeg

DATE: Thursday, March 6^th

TIME:7:00PM

LOCATION: SilverCity Polo Park

Official Synopsis:

NEED FOR SPEED centers around Tobey Marshall (Aaron Paul), a blue-collar Mechanic who races Muscle  Cars on the side in an unsanctioned Street-Racing Circuit. Struggling to keep his Family-owned Garage afloat, he reluctantly partners with the wealthy and arrogant ex-NASCAR Driver Dino Brewster (Dominic Cooper). But just as a major sale to Car Broker Julia Bonet (Imogen Poots) looks like it will save Tobey‘s Shop, a disastrous race allows Dino to frame Tobey for a crime he didn’t commit, and sending Tobey to prison while Dino expands his Business out west.

Two years later, Tobey is released and set on revenge — but he knows his only chance to take down his rival Dino is to defeat him in the high-stakes race known as De Leon — the Super Bowl of Underground Racing. However to get there in time, Tobey will have to run a high-octane, action-packed Gauntlet that includes dodging pursuing Cops coast-to-coast as well as contending with a dangerous bounty Dino has put out on his Car. With the help of his loyal Crew and the surprisingly resourceful Julia, Tobey defies odds at every turn and proves that even in the flashy world of exotic Supercars, the Underdog can still finish first.

NEED FOR SPEED  is presented by DreamWorks Pictures, produced by Patrick O’Brien, John Gatins and Mark Sourian, and directed by Scott Waugh. The screenplay is by George Gatins. The story is by George Gatins & John Gatins, and, based on the video game series created by Electronic Arts. The Film releases in theatres on March 14, 2014.

Watch the Trailer:

To enter to win Advance 3D Screening Passes to see NEED FOR SPEED, simply by clicking “like” on this Post at Mr. Will Wong on Facebook.  Indicate your City and also tell me what your ideal Dream Car would be!

You are encouraged to share with your Friends on Facebook or Re-Tweet the below:

http://www.mrwillwong.com/needforspeed @MRWILLW wants us to #win Advance 3D Screening Passes to see #NEEDFORSPEED across Canada. In theatres 3/14!

We’re also giving away a Signed Photo from the Star of NEED FOR SPEED, AARON PAUL! Details here!

Good luck, Wongsters!

Take a moment out also to check-out a couple Behind-the-Scenes Featurettes from NEED FOR SPEED here!

Dreamworks Pictures release NEED FOR SPEED on FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 2014.

Official Artwork:

“Like” NEED FOR SPEED on Facebook here!

©2013 DreamWorks II Distribution Co., LLC

NEED FOR SPEED™ AND LOGO ARE TRADEMARKS OF EA

(Photo/video credit: DreamWorks Pictures)

It was literal Fandemonium last night as hoards of Fans came out to support Aaron Paul at the Premiere of his upcoming Car Racing-Action/Drama NEED FOR SPEED, based on the Video Games of the same name.  The Breaking Bad Star, known best for his role as Jesse Pinkman, completed a long Press Day around the City yesterday which ended with an almost-unheard-of 30-minute Q&A at the festive Advance Screening of the Film at Scotiabank Theatre.  Director Scott Waugh also was in attendance to answer Fan questions.   Fans later spotted Paul last night also at an A-Lister‘s Hot Spot.

Although several Fans were left disappointed at an originally-scheduled Red Carpet Screening Monday as Paul was forced to miss his flight due to inclement weather in New York Monday, he certainly did not disappoint. He even had a handful of Tickets to reward his Toronto Fans with via Twitter the following day when he finally arrived.  And we were among the first to spot the Actor in the City.  Read more here  and also enter too for a chance to win a Signed Photo!

Casual and cool in a black Toque and Leather Jacket, the ruggedly-handsome 34-year old revealed at the jam-packed Screening that he may at one point down the road reprise his role as Pinkman.  “I love that kid”, he says, “It was hard to say goodbye to that Guy – hopefully not forever.”.  Toronto heard it first!

DreamWorks Pictures release NEED FOR SPEED on Friday, March 14, 2014.11

(Photo credit: DreamWorks Pictures/George Pimentel)

Two-time Primetime EMMY Award Winner Aaron Paul descended upon Toronto tonight, but certainly not without a hitch.  The Actor known best for his work as Jesse Pinkman on recent Golden Globe-winning AMC Series Breaking Bad is in the City to promote NEED FOR SPEED, a high-octane Car Racing-Action/Drama based on the Video Games of the same name.

Paul got his big break starring in popular HBO Series Big Love as Scott Quittman, but success has been long in the making for the Idaho-born Star, whose Acting Credits date all the way back to 1998 including the original Beverly Hills, 90210.

After enjoying a weekend of Super Bowl Festivities in New Jersey, the Actor found himself stranded in New York City today awaiting a flight out, but after several flights were cancelled due to a crippling Snow Storm, he decidedly would not disappoint his Toronto Fans – some who travelled five hours to see him only to learn of his missing a Special Appearance at the Movie. Director Scott Waugh however, fielded questions from the Audience in Aaron‘s absence.

In lieu of the circumstances though, the Film’s Canadian Distributor, DreamWorks Pictures,  had rescheduled a Surprise Screening for tomorrow night to make it up to Paul‘s ardent Supporters.  Although they are unable to guarantee his appearance, there is a possibility of him making it out to face his Fans.

The Actor was amazingly nice to Fans upon arrival despite expressing a bit of fatigue and even signed a Photo for you Wongsters!  He has an early start to his day tomorrow with a day lined full of Television appearances including George Stroumboulopoulos Tonight, CP24 Breakfast and Canada AM.

The Actor next stars in Sir Ridley Scott‘s Biblical Drama EXODUS, currently in post-production.

In case you haven’t yet seen the Trailer for NEED TO SPEED, it is a must that you see it below.  Betrayal. Friendship. Revenge. Fast Cars. What more could one ask for?

To enter to win a Signed Photo from Aaron Paul, click “like” on this Post at Mr. Will Wong on Facebook!

Even if you don’t win through us, visit our Friends Reem & Michelle at their brand new Blog The Xtra Mile as they might be able to hook you up! Check it out here!

DreamWorks Pictures release NEED FOR SPEED on Friday, March 14, 2014!

(Photo credit: Mr. Will Wong)

DreamWorks Pictures and Mr. Will Wong want to take Toronto Readers to a super-exciting Thrill Ride to an Advance Screening of NEED FOR SPEED, the latest from Director Scott Waugh, starring red-hot Aaron Paul.  Although there are no guarantees, there is the possibility Talent may be in attendance. Maybe!

This ultra-special Screening is set to take place tomorrow night, Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at Scotiabank Theatre, 7:00 PM.

Official Synopsis:

NEED FOR SPEED centers around Tobey Marshall (Aaron Paul), a blue-collar Mechanic who races Muscle  Cars on the side in an unsanctioned Street-Racing Circuit. Struggling to keep his Family-owned Garage afloat, he reluctantly partners with the wealthy and arrogant ex-NASCAR Driver Dino Brewster (Dominic Cooper). But just as a major sale to Car Broker Julia Bonet (Imogen Poots) looks like it will save Tobey‘s Shop, a disastrous race allows Dino to frame Tobey for a crime he didn’t commit, and sending Tobey to prison while Dino expands his Business out west.

Two years later, Tobey is released and set on revenge — but he knows his only chance to take down his rival Dino is to defeat him in the high-stakes race known as De Leon — the Super Bowl of Underground Racing. However to get there in time, Tobey will have to run a high-octane, action-packed Gauntlet that includes dodging pursuing Cops coast-to-coast as well as contending with a dangerous bounty Dino has put out on his Car. With the help of his loyal Crew and the surprisingly resourceful Julia, Tobey defies odds at every turn and proves that even in the flashy world of exotic Supercars, the Underdog can still finish first.

Watch the Trailer:

To enter to win an Advance Screening Pass to see NEED FOR SPEED tomorrow night, simply click “like” on this Post at Mr. Will Wong on Facebook and do it fast!!!!

You are encouraged to share with your Friends on Facebook or Re-Tweet the below:

http://www.mrwillwong.com/needforspeedTO @MRWILLW wants us to #win Advance Screening Passes in #Toronto to see #NEEDFORSPEED. In theatres 3/14!

Good luck, Wongsters!

Take a moment out also to check-out a couple Behind-the-Scenes Featurettes from NEED FOR SPEED here!

Dreamworks Pictures release NEED FOR SPEED on Friday, March 14, 2014.

Official Artwork:

“Like” NEED FOR SPEED on Facebook here!

©2013 DreamWorks II Distribution Co., LLC

NEED FOR SPEED™ AND LOGO ARE TRADEMARKS OF EA

(Photo/video credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada)

“Real speed, real action.”.

Car Enthusiasts must check-out this fascinating Featurette from upcoming Blockbuster NEED FOR SPEED. The Live-Action Feature from Director Scott Waugh starring Aaron Paul, required 15 custom-built Supercars created in less than six months. Car Manufacturer FORD  became involved with the Film, helping recreate a Mustang based on the 2013 Model, Shelby GT500,  after legendary Race Car Driver turned Designer Caroll Shelby had passed away in 2012.

Official Synopsis:

NEED FOR SPEED tells a story of honor, friendship and loyalty and the high-octane journey of one Man looking to clear his name. For Tobey Marshall (Aaron Paul), who runs his family’s Auto Shop and races the underground street circuit with his buddies on weekends, life is good. But his whole world is turned upside down when he is sent to prison for a crime he didn’t commit.

In prison, he spends the next two years thinking about one thing: vengeance. His best chance at defeating his Enemy, Dino Brewster (Dominic Cooper), is the high-stakes Car Race known as De Leon. The Super Bowl of Underground Racing, De Leon takes place once a year and only a few select Drivers are invited to participate with the winner taking all. While questioning the morals to which he has always adhered, he is nevertheless determined to bring down his enemies…no matter what the cost.

Watch the brand new Featurette:

Timed right as Breaking Bad Fandemonium is at an all-time high with its impending Finale, comes this brand new Teaser Trailer for Need for Speed. Based on the 140 million-copy-selling Video Game of the same name, the upcoming Film  Adaptation directed by Scott Waugh, stars both Aaron Paul and Imogen Poots.

Official Synopsis:

The Film centers around Tobey Marshall (Aaron Paul), a blue-collar mechanic who races muscle-cars on the side in an unsanctioned street-racing circuit. Struggling to keep his family-owned garage afloat, he reluctantly partners with the wealthy and arrogant ex-NASCAR driver Dino Brewster (Dominic Cooper). But just as a major sale to car broker Julia Bonet (Imogen Poots) looks like it will save Tobey‘s shop, a disastrous race allows Dino to frame Tobey for a crime he didn’t commit, sending Tobey to prison while Dino expands his business out west.

Two years later, Tobey is released and set on revenge — but he knows his only chance to take down his rival Dino is to defeat him in the high-stakes race known as De Leon—the Super Bowl of Underground Racing. However to get there in time, Tobey will have to run a high-octane, action-packed gauntlet that includes dodging pursuing cops coast-to-coast as well as contending with a dangerous bounty Dino has put out on his car. With the help of his loyal crew and the surprisingly resourceful Julia, Tobey defies odds at every turn and proves that even in the flashy world of exotic supercars, the underdog can still finish first.

Watch the Teaser Trailer below:

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada releases NEED FOR SPEED on March 14, 2014.

(Photo credit: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures Canada)