Here are three movies that dominated the box office during the week of March 21 in previous years:
1 Year Ago (Week of March 21, 2024):
- Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire – This action-packed sequel brought together two iconic monsters, grossing $80 million in its opening weekend, making it the highest-grossing Godzilla film to date.
- Kung Fu Panda 4 – The latest installment in the animated martial arts comedy series continued to perform well, contributing to its global box office success.
- Civil War – An independent film that surprised many by topping the box office with a $25.7 million opening, marking the best-ever debut for studio A24.
10 Years Ago (Week of March 21, 2015):
- The Divergent Series: Insurgent – The second film in the Divergent series opened at number one, earning $52.3 million in its debut weekend.
- Cinderella – Disney’s live-action adaptation continued its strong performance, adding to its impressive box office totals.
- The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel – This sequel maintained a steady audience, contributing to its overall gross of $86 million worldwide.
20 Years Ago (Week of March 21, 2005):
- The Ring Two – The horror sequel led the box office, drawing audiences with its suspenseful storyline.
- Robots – This animated feature continued to attract families, maintaining a strong presence in theaters.
- The Pacifier – The family comedy starring Vin Diesel remained popular, adding to its cumulative earnings.
30 Years Ago (Week of March 21, 1995):
- Outbreak – The medical disaster film about a viral outbreak topped the box office, resonating with audiences.
- Muriel’s Wedding – This Australian comedy-drama gained attention, contributing to its international success.
- Dolores Claiborne – The psychological thriller, based on Stephen King’s novel, captivated viewers with its intense plot.
40 Years Ago (Week of March 21, 1985):
- The Breakfast Club – The iconic teen drama continued to perform well, becoming a defining film of the decade.
- Witness – The crime thriller starring Harrison Ford maintained its strong box office presence.
- Beverly Hills Cop – Eddie Murphy’s action-comedy remained a favorite, contributing to its status as a classic.
50 Years Ago (Week of March 21, 1975):
- The Godfather Part II – The critically acclaimed sequel continued to draw audiences, solidifying its place in cinematic history.
- Young Frankenstein – Mel Brooks’ parody of classic horror films maintained its popularity, becoming a comedy staple.
- Blazing Saddles – Another Mel Brooks classic, this satirical Western continued to entertain audiences nationwide.
Please note that box office data from earlier decades may be less precise due to limited archival information.