Big Weekend for 'Devil Wears Prada 2' as 'Michael' Crosses $400M
The Devil Wears Prada 2 debuted at the top of the North American box office with $77 million, surpassing the Michael Jackson biopic Michael, which crossed $400 million globally in its second weekend. The strong performance of both films highlights audience interest in mid-budget, star-driven projects and music biopics during the opening weekend of Hollywood's summer movie season. Women made up the majority of the audience for The Devil Wears Prada 2, while Michael showed strong staying power despite competition.
- ▪The Devil Wears Prada 2 earned $77 million domestically and $156.6 million internationally in its opening weekend.
- ▪Michael crossed $400 million globally, earning $54 million in its second weekend with a 44 percent drop, considered strong for the genre.
- ▪Women accounted for 76 percent of the audience for The Devil Wears Prada 2, with 74 percent saying they would 'definitely recommend' the film.
- ▪The film's production budget was $100 million, significantly higher than the original's $35 million, largely due to cast salaries.
- ▪Lionsgate chairman Adam Fogelson expressed confidence in Michael's hold despite the strong debut of The Devil Wears Prada 2.
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By Adeola AdeosunWeekend Night EditorShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Devil Wears Prada 2 opened to $77 million in North American theaters this weekend—topping the box office and bumping the Michael Jackson biopic Michael to second place, which crossed $400 million globally in its second weekend, according to studio estimates on Sunday.This weekend marked the official start of Hollywood's summer movie season, a crucial 18-week corridor that runs through Labor Day and often accounts for around 40 percent of the annual box office.
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