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‘Michael’ Reclaims No. 1 in Fourth Weekend, Tops $700 Million Worldwide

Strong overseas turnout alongside pending major openings keeps the all-time music-biopic record in play.

Overview

  • The Michael Jackson biopic returned to the top spot on Sunday with an estimated $26.1 million weekend in North America, according to studio estimates.
  • Global grosses have reached about $703.8–$703.9 million, including roughly $282–283 million domestic and about $421 million from overseas markets.
  • International receipts led the surge with about $57.7 million across 83 territories, as South Korea’s debut delivered $3.6 million and a 51% market share per official KOBIS data.
  • Key competition trailed as The Devil Wears Prada 2 earned $18 million domestically to reach $546.2 million worldwide, while Focus Features’ Obsession opened to $16.1 million with strong audience and critic scores on a tiny budget.
  • With Japan scheduled to open on June 12, analysts say the film could challenge Bohemian Rhapsody’s $911 million global mark if current holds continue.