’Coyote vs. Acme’ manages No. 2 with $15.4M as Tom Holland’s Spider‑Man climbs global ranks and ‘Dog Stars’ is put to sleep

The weekend box office returned a clear two‑tier outcome: a fresh release grabbed headlines for underwhelming results, while an established franchise continued its upward march. Jacob Elordi’s latest thriller, linked to Ridley Scott, landed in second place with a $15.4 million take. Trade coverage described that number as modest — a sign the picture failed to catch fire at the box office. At the same time, Tom Holland’s Spider‑Man: Brand New Day kept drawing audiences overseas and domestically, moving past major catalogue titles to claim a place among cinema’s biggest grossers. The juxtaposition illustrates how powerful franchise momentum still is in today’s theatrical marketplace, even as mid‑budget entries struggle to gain traction.

The new Jacob Elordi thriller did not find the box-office lift studios hoped for with a wide launch. Reporters summarised its weekend as ‘settling for box office scraps,’ highlighting the gap between anticipation and reality for this release. While the title carried the imprimatur of Ridley Scott’s involvement in some capacity, that association did not translate into major commercial returns during its opening frame. The $15.4 million finish positions the film as a modest performer in a crowded release calendar, and the result will likely prompt close analysis from distributors about marketing, audience reach and the viability of similar mid‑budget projects in the current climate.

The climb into the upper ranks of the global chart is especially notable because Brand New Day displaced culturally and commercially significant films. Titanic is one of the most recognisable box office names globally, while Ne Zha 2 represents a major international animated success. Passing both titles on the cumulative list signals Brand New Day’s broad reach across markets. While the report did not include specific regional breakdowns or final totals, the milestone marks how contemporary blockbusters continue to build momentum over weeks and months, amassing grosses that can eclipse storied predecessors.