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This downturn coincided with the timing of the controversy, and some speculate that negative publicity surrounding King’s comments may have discouraged audiences from attending the theaters. It’s a rare occurrence for a Stephen King movie, especially one with recognizable talent like Mark Hamill, to perform so poorly. The Long Walk debuted in fourth place, significantly below competitors like Demon Slayer, which scored a staggering $70 million weekend.