"Training Dragons for Success: Another Box Office Win for the Remake"
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First up is Universal's live-action adaptation of "How to Train Your Dragon", and it's soaring high with a global opening of $197.8 million[1]![3][5]. Particularly, international markets such as Mexico, the UK and Ireland, and China[3][4] contributed significantly to its success. Critics and audiences alike have given the film positive reviews, with the larger How to Train Your Dragons franchise having maintained a strong presence over the years thanks to animated films, TV shows, and trailers[4]. In fact, it's already secured a sequel for June 2027[4].
On the other hand, Disney's "Lilo & Stitch" remake is still making a splash with an additional $46.6 million global in its bank[6]. Just like its competitor, its international audience has been its driving force, earning $31.3 million overseas and $15.5 million domestically[6]. If box office trends continue, "Lilo" could soon join the exclusive billion-dollar club[6].
Next week, Pixar's "Elio" will join the big kid films on the silver screen, followed by the older-skewing "M3GAN 2.0" and "F1" at the end of June[4]. Then in early July, enjoy "Jurassic World Rebirth" (July 2) and the much-anticipated return of Superman and "Fantastic Four: First Steps" (July 25)[4].
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Box Office Breakdown
"How to Train Your Dragon" Live-Action Remake
- Domestic Gross: Opened with $83.7 million[5], setting a new franchise record[1].
- Ranking: Debuted at No. 1 on the domestic box office chart[3].
- Outlook: Expected to rise in the top 10 chart of highest-grossing movies of 2025[3].
"Lilo & Stitch" Live-Action Remake
- Global Debut: Surpassed "How to Train Your Dragon" with a worldwide total of over $340 million in its opening weekend[3].
- Domestic Performance: Earned $15.5 million domestically[6] after being knocked from the top spot by "How to Train Your Dragon."
- Previous Performance: Dominated the domestic box office for three straight weekends[3].
Overall, while "Lilo & Stitch" started strong, "How to Train Your Dragon" set a new franchise record domestically and looks set for continued success. Bring on the popcorn!
Io9 provides updates on the latest entertainment, including movies and TV shows. The live-action remake of "How to Train Your Dragon" has achieved great success, earning a global opening of $197.8 million and setting a new franchise record domestically. On the other hand, Disney's "Lilo & Stitch" remake is also performing well, with a global earnings of $340 million, but its domestic performance was surpassed by "How to Train Your Dragon." Keep an eye on upcoming movie releases, such as Pixar's "Elio," Disney's "Jurassic World Rebirth," and the return of Superman and the Fantastic Four. Gizmodo and Movies-and-TV sections are other great sources for the latest entertainment news.
