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Does the new space-opera sequel out-gross the original at the US box office?
Closes 15 December 2026in 49 daysStruck 1 Aug 2026
Domestic box office gross, final tally, for the sequel exceeds the original's domestic total.
Alex
Yes. Word of mouth off the trailer alone beats the original's opening weekend.
Sam
No. Sequel fatigue caps it under the original's total even with a bigger opening.
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Struck over popcorn during the trailer drop.
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