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However, as the weekend unfolded, surprising developments are unfolding that challenge those initial forecasts. Instead of seeing Furiosa take the lead, Garfield appears poised to clinch the top spot in what may be the lowest Memorial Day box office in nearly three decades.
The Unexpected Turnaround
Early Sunday estimates indicate that Garfield is outperforming expectations, with current figures suggesting it could bring in close to $31 million over the four days, possibly surpassing Furiosa, which is hovering around the same mark. The particular intrigue lies in the fact that Garfield currently has an advantage despite being less favored in terms of premium large-format screens or IMAX showings—formats often credited with boosting a film’s box office intake.