Here are the top three films that dominated the U.S. box office during the week of May 30 in previous years:
1 Year Ago (Week of May 30, 2024):
- The Garfield Movie – This animated comedy led the box office, earning approximately $1.85 million on May 30, 2024.
- Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga – The action prequel closely followed, grossing around $1.73 million on the same day.
- IF – A family fantasy film, it secured third place with $1.43 million in earnings. Box Office Mojo
10 Years Ago (Week of May 30, 2015):
- San Andreas – This disaster film starring Dwayne Johnson topped the box office with $20.5 million on May 30, 2015.
- Pitch Perfect 2 – The musical comedy sequel earned $6.1 million on the same day.
- Tomorrowland – A science fiction adventure, it brought in $6.0 million on May 30, 2015.
20 Years Ago (Week of May 30, 2005):
- Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith – The final installment of the prequel trilogy dominated the box office, earning over $14.8 million on May 30, 2005.
- Madagascar – This animated comedy secured second place with $13.8 million in earnings.
- The Longest Yard – A sports comedy film, it grossed $11.0 million on the same day.
30 Years Ago (Week of May 30, 1995):
- Casper – This family-friendly film led the box office during this week.
- Johnny Mnemonic – A science fiction action film, it was among the top earners during this period.
- Braveheart – This historical drama also performed well at the box office during this time.
40 Years Ago (Week of May 30, 1985):
- Rambo: First Blood Part II – The action sequel dominated the box office, earning over $150 million domestically.
- A View to a Kill – The James Bond film featuring Roger Moore was among the top earners during this period.
- Brewster’s Millions – A comedy starring Richard Pryor, it maintained a strong presence in theaters.
50 Years Ago (Week of May 30, 1975):
- The Return of the Pink Panther – This comedy-mystery film topped the box office, contributing to its total gross of over $41 million. Box Office Mojo
- French Connection II – The crime thriller sequel was among the leading films during this week.
- Shampoo – A satirical comedy-drama starring Warren Beatty, it continued to attract audiences in May 1975.
Please note that box office data from earlier decades may be less precise due to limited archival information.



