‘Beetlejuice 2’ Owns the U.K. Box Office While ‘Joker 2’ Lurks in the Shadows

Oh darling readers, gather around, it’s time for some juicy box office gossip from across the pond! Yours truly, Hollywood Hrishita, is here to spill all the tea on what’s hot and what’s not in the U.K. and Ireland cinema scene. And as always, brace yourselves for some snark and sass! 🍿

Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice! 💀

Warner Bros.’ spooky hit “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” is like that clingy ex who just doesn’t go away. For the fourth weekend in a row, it’s haunting the top spot at the U.K. and Ireland box office, scaring up £1.8 million ($2.4 million). This brings its total earnings to a ghastly good £21 million ($27.9 million). Well, someone’s making bank in the afterlife! 💸

Silent but Deadly: Speak No Evil 😶

Universal’s “Speak No Evil” is holding its ground at No. 2 with £813,890. Not too shabby for a film that’s just under £4 million in three weeks. Guess silence really is golden. Or in this case, platinum! 🏆

New Kids on the Block 🎬

Studiocanal’s “The Outrun” made its debut at No. 3 with £449,590. Not far behind is Dreamz Entertainment’s “Devara Part 1” with £440,626. And for the fifth spot, Mubi’s “The Substance” is still hanging in there with £421,242, totaling up to £1.4 million. It’s like the new students trying to find their place in the cafeteria. Will they sit with the cool kids next week? Stay tuned! 📈

The Middle of the Pack 🎥

Studiocanal’s “Lee” is hanging out in sixth place, collecting £453,921 in its third weekend for a cool £2.7 million total. Universal’s “Despicable Me 4” is like that annoying but lovable minion at eighth place, adding £351,007 in its 12th weekend. Seriously, £47.4 million? That’s bananas! 🍌

Blast from the Past 🧟‍♂️

The 20th-anniversary re-release of “Shaun of the Dead” opened at No. 9 with £314,481. Who knew zombies could age so well? And rounding out the top 10 is Lionsgate U.K.’s “Never Let Go” with a debut of £306,665. Clearly, some people like to hold on forever. 🧟‍♀️

Upcoming Drama and Trauma 🎭

Looking ahead, brace yourselves! Warner Bros. is dropping the highly anticipated “Joker: Folie à Deux” on Oct. 4. Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga? Oh, the drama! Universal’s “A Different Man” will also hit the screens, starring Sebastian Stan, who apparently won big at the Berlinale. Clap, clap, clap! 👏

Docs and Thrills 📽️

MetFilm Distribution is serving up the Sundance-winning documentary “The Battle For Laikipia,” while Bulldog Distribution is releasing the thriller “Die Before You Die.” (Sounds like a motivational speech gone wrong, doesn’t it? 😂)

Regional Delights 🎉

From southern India, we have the Telugu comedy “Swag” and the Malayalam comedy “Thekku Vadakku.” Because why should only Bollywood have all the fun? 🌏

Special Screenings 🎟️

Other notable releases include “Coldplay: Moon Music” on Oct. 2 and the 50th-anniversary release of Mel Brooks’ “Young Frankenstein” on Oct. 4. Get ready to laugh your socks off! 🧦

Moral of the Story: A Box Office Soothsayer’s Take 🧙‍♀️

In the grand theater of life, some films are like that one persistent zit – they just won’t go away. Others are like a fleeting crush – exciting but short-lived. And then, there are those that are timeless classics, standing the test of time like a fine wine. 🍷

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Until next time, my lovelies! 🎬💋