The matinee-friendly “Big Hero 6” came on strong, but “Dumb and Dumber To” was able to hold off the reigning champ and secure the #1 spot at the weekend box office.
“Dumb” claims victory thanks to $38.1 million in receipts. “Big Hero 6” earned $36.0 million at this week’s runner-up. The latter crossed the $100 million mark this weekend and now claims a cumulative total of $111.7 million.
“Interstellar” slipped to #3 on the strength of $29.2 million, while new release “Beyond the Lights” entered the fray with $6.5 million.
With $4.6 million in receipts, #5 finisher “Gone Girl” crossed the $150 million mark. Its total is now $152.7 million.