Dragon's Reign Continues: 'How to Train Your Dragon' Soars Past Competition at US Box Office!
The skies above the North American box office are still dominated by dragons! "How to Train Your Dragon," Universal Pictures' latest animated spectacle, has maintained its top spot for the weekend ending June 22, 2025, further solidifying its blockbuster status.
The beloved franchise's newest installment pulled in an estimated $37 million over the weekend, bringing its impressive total domestic gross to well over $160 million in just its second week of release. This strong hold suggests excellent word-of-mouth and a continued appeal to both long-time fans and new audiences.
While the dragon-riding adventure held firm, two highly anticipated new releases made strong debuts, vying for a slice of the cinematic pie:
* "28 Years Later" (Sony Pictures) stormed into theaters, securing the number two spot with a chilling $30 million. The latest installment in the iconic horror franchise clearly resonated with genre fans eager for more post-apocalyptic scares.
* "Elio" (Walt Disney Pictures), a brand-new animated offering, launched to a respectable $21 million, landing in third place. Disney's latest venture into imaginative storytelling will be looking for strong family turnout in the weeks to come.
As the summer movie season heats up, "How to Train Your Dragon" appears set to continue its high-flying performance, fending off fresh challengers and proving that even after years, audiences still love their friendly neighborhood Vikings and their formidable, fire-breathing companions.
