“Frozen (2013)” and “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” are competing neck and neck in their third week since both films have been released in North America. “Frozen (2013)” steals the top spot with an estimated $31.6 million, with “Catching Fire” sliding down to second place with an estimated $27 million.
Disney’s 3D animation adds another $30.6 million, raking in a total of $190.2 million globally. The Jennifer Lawrence starrer grossed $336.7 million domestically and rakes in $673.4 million worldwide, nearly beating the $691.2 million franchise record held by its predecessor last year.
Frozen (2013)
The much anticipated “Out of the Furnace” was the major release for the weekend, disappointing with $5.3 million. The Christian Bale starrer made on a $22 million budget, takes the third spot in its debut weekend.
“Thor: The Dark World” is still kicking butt in fourth place this week with an additional $4.7 million. “Delivery Man” starring Vince Vaughn follows in fifth place with approximately $3.7 million.
Quick look at the top-grossing pictures in North American theaters, courtesy of Box Office Mojo:
- “Frozen (2013)” – $31.6 million
- “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” – $27 million
- “Out of the Furnace” – $5.3 million
- “Thor: The Dark World” – $4.7 million
- “Delivery Man” $3.7 million
- “Homefront” – $3.3 million
- “The Book Thief” – $2.7 million
- “The Best Man Holiday” – $2.6 million
- “Philomena” – $2.2 million
- “Dallas Buyers Club” – $1.4 million
