Resident Evil holds China box office lead for third week
The horror reboot earned $5.6 million over the latest weekend as the market enters a quieter period.
At a glance
- "Resident Evil" topped the China box office for its third straight weekend
- The film earned $5.6 million over October 23-25
- It launched during Golden Week on October 5
The Constantin Film and Sony Pictures horror reboot "Resident Evil" maintained its position at the top of the mainland China box office for a third consecutive weekend, earning RMB37.6 million ($5.6 million) during the October 23-25 frame, according to Artisan Gateway data.
The film launched during the Golden Week holiday period on October 5 and has continued to lead the market as the sector enters a slower phase.
Why it matters
China is a major global box office market, and sustained performance by international releases indicates audience appetite for horror content during the autumn season.
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