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Spider-Man: Brand New Day Keeps Top China Spot

The superhero film dominated the mainland China box office for a second weekend, while a local animated feature held strong in second place.

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day Keeps Top China Spot
Spider-Man: Brand New Day keeps its top spot at the China box office for a second weekend. Photo by variety.com
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  • 1Spider-Man: Brand New Day topped the China box office with $28.9 million.
  • 2The film has earned $185.4 million since its July 29 release.
  • 3All Wishes Come True! holds second place with $210.6 million total.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day swung back to the top of the mainland China box office this past weekend. The Sony blockbuster dominated the charts for the Aug. 7–9 period, solidifying its status as a major draw for moviegoers. This performance marks the film’s second full frame in theaters, maintaining its momentum since its July 29 debut. The continued success indicates that the film is holding its own against new entries entering the market.

The film earned RMB196.6 million, which converts to $28.9 million, during this specific three-day window. The movie has now accumulated a total of $185.4 million at the box office. This substantial sum highlights the enduring appeal of the superhero franchise in the region, adding significant figures to its global tally through the Chinese market alone. The conversion from local currency to dollars illustrates the scale of the revenue generated in this key territory.

Pearl Studio’s animated fantasy feature All Wishes Come True! secured the runner-up position, demonstrating the strength of local productions. The film, directed by Mu Zhengyang, brought in $20.4 million during its fourth weekend of release. The local hit has proven to be a summer staple, pushing its lifetime gross to $210.6 million since opening on July 18. This total actually surpasses the cumulative earnings of the top film during the same timeframe, underscoring the longevity and consistent audience support for its theatrical run during the busy summer season.

The competitive landscape also saw movement from other titles looking to gain traction. Once Upon a Time in the Middle East and The Odyssey saw surges during preview screenings, signaling high audience interest ahead of wider release. The Odyssey, in particular, has been making regional waves; recent data indicates it bested Spider-Man: Brand New Day at the Korea box office, suggesting a strong performance across Asian markets as it moves through its early screening phase.

Frequently asked questions

What is the China box office total for Spider-Man: Brand New Day?

The film earned RMB196.6 million, which converts to $28.9 million, during the Aug. 7–9 period.

Which local animated feature held second place at the China box office?

Pearl Studio's animated fantasy feature All Wishes Come True! secured the runner-up position.

What is the lifetime gross of All Wishes Come True! since its release on July 18?

The local hit has proven to be a summer staple, pushing its lifetime gross to $210.6 million.

Did Spider-Man: Brand New Day retain its crown at the China box office for a second weekend?

Yes, the superhero film dominated the mainland China box office for a second weekend.

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