Wolf Man Underperforms, Competition Strong at Box Office

During the Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, the box office saw mixed performance with two new films debuting in the top five. Universal's 'Wolf Man' is underwhelming, projected to earn between $17 million and $21 million overall despite a $1.4 million opening from Thursday previews. In contrast, Sony's 'One of Them Days,' featuring Keke Palmer and SZA, is faring better with expected earnings of around $13 million and a strong approval rating of 96% on Rotten Tomatoes. Disney's 'Mufasa: The Lion King' is anticipated to reclaim the number one spot with projected grosses over $15 million, pushing its domestic total past $200 million. The competition is tight, as 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' is also vying for a top position with earnings nearing $10 million. Overall, the weekend is marked by low box office returns, prompting uncertainty about audience turnout for these films.