Here are three movies that dominated the box office during the week of April 4 in previous years:
1 Year Ago (Week of April 4, 2024):
- Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire – This action-packed sequel brought together two iconic monsters, grossing approximately $103.3 million by April 4, 2024.
- 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.
- Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire – This continuation of the beloved franchise maintained a strong presence in theaters, appealing to both new and nostalgic audiences.
10 Years Ago (Week of April 4, 2014):
- Captain America: The Winter Soldier – The Marvel superhero film opened with $95 million, breaking the record for the highest weekend debut in April at that time.
- Noah – A biblical epic directed by Darren Aronofsky, which continued to draw audiences with its dramatic storytelling.
- Divergent – A dystopian science fiction film that maintained a strong box office presence, appealing to young adult audiences.
20 Years Ago (Week of April 4, 2005):
- Sin City – A neo-noir crime anthology film that captivated audiences with its unique visual style and storytelling.
- Beauty Shop – A comedy starring Queen Latifah, which entertained audiences with its humor and charm.
- Guess Who – A comedy film featuring Bernie Mac and Ashton Kutcher, continuing to perform well in theaters.
30 Years Ago (Week of April 4, 1995):
- Tommy Boy – A comedy film starring Chris Farley and David Spade, which opened at number one and became a cult classic.
- Outbreak – A medical disaster film about a viral outbreak, continuing to attract audiences with its thrilling plot.
- Dolores Claiborne – A psychological thriller based on Stephen King’s novel, maintaining a strong presence in theaters.
40 Years Ago (Week of April 4, 1985):
- Police Academy 2: Their First Assignment – The comedy sequel led the box office, drawing audiences with its humor and antics.
- The Breakfast Club – The iconic teen drama continued to perform well, resonating with audiences and becoming a defining film of the decade.
- Witness – A crime thriller starring Harrison Ford, maintaining its strong box office presence with its compelling narrative.
50 Years Ago (Week of April 4, 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.