WASHINGTON: Movie ‘Joker’, the psychological thriller leads at theaters for a second weekend, earning an additional $55 million.
Joker provides the backstory for the rise of Movie Batman´s insane nemesis, painting a dark and disturbing portrayal of a would-be stand-up comedian´s descent into madness.
According to the data released by a cinema theater based in the US, last week, the movie set a record for an October release, taking in $93.5 million in its first weekend.
Based on DC Comics characters, “Joker” is directed by Todd Phillips and stars Joaquin Phoenix in the lead role.
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The movie “The Addams Family” placed second, scaring up an estimated $30.3 million for its opening weekend. It follows the mysterious and spooky Addams family as they prepare for a visit from some even creepier relatives.
In third, at an estimated $20.5 million, was movie “Gemini Man,” which stars Will Smith as a retired hitman who must face off against a younger clone of himself.
Rounding out the top tier are Hustlers at No. 6 with $3.9 million, Judy at No. 7 with $3.3 million, It: Chapter Two at No. 8 with $3.22 million, Jexi at No. 9 with $3.1 million and Ad Astra at No. 10 with $2 million.
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