This weekend, the entertainment spotlight shines on Universal’s “How to Train Your Dragon,” which soared to impressive heights with a remarkable opening. The film raked in $35.6 million from North American locations, marking the fourth-biggest opening day figure of 2025-06-14 18:47:00.
- "How to Train Your Dragon" earns $35.6 million opening.
- Projected $82.7 million three-day gross.
- A24's "Materialists" exceeds opening weekend forecasts.
- "Lilo & Stitch" drops to second place.
- "Ballerina" sees significant second-week decline.
- "Mission: Impossible" outpacing previous franchise films.
With projections estimating a three-day gross of $82.7 million, “How to Train Your Dragon” is set to break franchise records, surpassing its predecessor’s debut. Meanwhile, A24’s romantic comedy “Materialists” is also making waves, aiming for a strong third-place finish.
The success of “How to Train Your Dragon” raises questions about the future of animated adaptations. Can Universal continue to replicate this success with live-action remakes? Meanwhile, A24’s “Materialists” showcases the growing appeal of indie films in a blockbuster-dominated landscape.
- “How to Train Your Dragon” is on track for the biggest franchise debut.
- A24’s “Materialists” is projected to be its third-biggest opening ever.
- Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” continues to perform well, despite a slight drop.
- The competition between major studios highlights diverse audience preferences.
As the industry evolves, will studios continue to explore innovative storytelling? Keep an eye on upcoming releases that promise to reshape the entertainment landscape.
