Friday: Kevin Costner’s “Horizon: American Saga” grossed $3.3 million on Friday for a $4.1 million opening. The Civil War adventure should reap about $11 or $12 million this weekend, which doesn’t bode well for the $55 million opus. A three hour movie can only be shown a few times a day, which was the same problem “Dances with Wolves” faced back in 1990. The difference is, “Wolves” was sympathetic to the Native Americans and had terrific reviews.
John Krasinski’s third “A Quiet Place” movie made a lot of noise last night at the box office.
The “Day One” prequel turned in $16 million for a total of $22.5 million opening day.
The Michael Sarnoski directed film should have an easy $50 million weekend. It’s a deft, beautiful acted and written, unexpected and scary film. Nicely done!
Meanwhile, “The Bikeriders” — which has already banked $13 million — fell 78% from last Friday. The Jeff Nichols film did have a great Tuesday this week. I guess Austin Butler’s fans timed their gathering. Check out Tom Hardy’s performance. It’s worth it.
