Paramount's SonicTheHedgehog is zooming to a winning $55 million-plus bow at the Valentine's Day to Presidents Day box office, according to early returns
is zooming to a winning $55 million-plus bow at the Valentine's Day-Presidents Day box office, according to early returns.So far, the film is pacing ahead of expectations. Thursday's preview gross was a solid start for the family film, a genre that does not typically pick up a lot in preview earnings, with families waiting to head to the multiplexes until the weekend. By comparison,made $3 million in previews before flying to a $55 million opening weekend.
The PG-rated title is based on the popular Sega video game and sees the titular character team up with a small-town sheriff to battle the evil genius Dr. Robotnik . The movie's original release was delayed following a fan outcry about Sonic's appearance. The studio pushed the release date to allow production time to redesign the character.
It's a busy weekend at the Valentine's Day and Presidents Day box office, with three other new nationwide releases also premiering — Universal's
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