20th Century’s “The Dog Stars” and Keylight Pictures’ “Coyote vs. Acme” both debuted in theaters on Friday, but Sony and Marvel’s “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” will once again win the weekend.
“Coyote vs. Acme” fared best of the two major newcomers, landing in second place with an estimated $5.2 million domestically on Friday from 3,575 screens. The “Looney Tunes” live-action animation hybrid comedy should gross about $13.5 million by Sunday
From director Dave Green, “Coyote vs. Acme” puts a twist on the classic Road Runner cartoons. After Acme products (think anvils and rocket skates) failed him one too many times, Wile E. Coyote takes the ubiquitous gadget manufacturer to court. Will Forte and Lana Condor star alongside John Cena, Tone Bell, Martha Kelly, Luis Guzmán, P.J. Byrne and John Early.
“The Dog Stars” fell to No. 4 after earning just $3 million on Friday from 3,330 North American theaters. Rival estimates have the Ridley Scott action drama making $7.2 million through the weekend.
Jacob Elordi leads “The Dog Stars” as a lonely man with a canine companion living in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. When he discovers a mysterious transmission, he is determined to find its source. Other cast members include Margaret Qualley, Josh Brolin, Guy Pearce, Allison Janney and Benedict Wong.
