“Alien: Romulus” has become Hollywood’s second-biggest film at the Chinese box office after a strong second weekend performance.
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The film grossed RMB140 million ($19.7 million) in China between Friday and Sunday, according to data from consulting firm Artisan Gateway. That compares favorably with its opening weekend of $26.2 million and gives it a cumulative RMB523 ($73.7 million) since its Aug. 16 release.
Of the Hollywood import titles in 2024, the total is only surpassed by (China-backed) “Godzilla v Kong,” which grossed $134 million.
In less than two weeks, “Alien” has surpassed a number of other Hollywood franchises and the $50 million ceiling most were stuck under. “Kung Fu Panda 4” earned $52 million in China. “Despicable Me 4” earned $56 million. “Dune 2” earned $49.7 million. “Inside Out 2” earned $48 million.
