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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle Sets a Record Winning the Weekend Box Office

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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - Infinity Castle

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle won the weekend box office and set a record. The estimated $70 million is the biggest opening ever for an anime film in North America. It’s also the best opening of the year so far for an animated film as well as the biggest September animated debut of all time, not adjusting for inflation. Estimates had the film opening between $35 and $40 million with some going to the extreme of $50 million. They were all wrong apparently. Internationally, the film has grossed just under $283 million for a worldwide total of just under $353 million.

In second place was The Conjuring: Last Rites which grossed $26.1 million to bring its domestic gross to $131.1 million. Internationally, the movie grossed $97.8 million over the week to lift that to $201.8 million. Worldwide gross is $332.9 million after two weeks.

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale debuted in third place with $18.1 million domestically. No international gross is reported.

The Long Walk debuted in fourth with $11.5 million domestically. There is no international gross reported.

The 2025 release of Toy Story rounded out the top five with $3.5 million domestically and $1.7 million at the international box office. That means $5.2 million worldwide.

In other comic related movies…

The Fantastic Four: First Steps grossed an estimated $1.4 million to bring its domestic total to $272.5 million. Over the week, it grossed $3.2 million to bring its international total to $244.7 million. Worldwide, the movie has grossed $517.2 million.

Superman grossed $290,000 domestically to lift its domestic gross to just under $353.9 million. Over the week, it grossed $400,000 internationally to bring that total to $261.2 million and worldwide the movie has grossed $615.1 million.

Smurfs remained at $31.1 million domestically. Internationally, the movie has added $1.4 million over the week and has grossed $87.7 million. Worldwide, the gross is $118.8 million.

On the edge of comic related films, The Toxic Avenger remained at $2.9 million domestically. Internationally, the movie gained a little and has now grossed $337,834 for a worldwide total of $3.2 million.

Overall, the weekend box office saw a total of 77 films gross $147,347,407 from 36,687 theaters compared to last weekend’s $124,569,482 from 75 films and 37,566 theaters. This weekends average was $4,016.34 compared to last weekend’s $3,316.02.

Marvel Celebrates the 30th Anniversary of Toy Story with Variant Covers

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Marvel Comics joins the 30th anniversary celebration of Disney and Pixar’s original Toy Story with the release of three Toy Story Homage Variant Covers. Drawn by longtime Disney comic book artist Marco Forcelloni and illustrator Nicky Nicotera, the artwork reimagines iconic Marvel Comics covers with the beloved characters from the groundbreaking animated film. The covers will be featured on November’s issues of Amazing Spider-Man, Captain America, and Avengers.

It’s playtime as Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, Hamm and the rest of Andy’s toys take over legendary moments in Marvel history! Woody rounds up the gang just like Captain America assembled Earth’s Mightiest Heroes in Avengers #4. Then, it’s Woody’s great responsibility to make sure no toy gets left behind as the lovable cowboy sheriff recreates Spider-Man’s first appearance in Amazing Fantasy #15. Finally, Buzz Lightyear soars to infinity and beyond, following in the footsteps of superspy Nick Fury’s classic cosmic adventure in Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. #6. Capturing the heroic spirit of the Toy Story franchise, these first-of-their kind illustrations are sure to be a hit with comic book fans and Disney collectors alike!

Check out all three Pixar Toy Story Homage Variant Covers and preorder them at your local comic shop today!

  • AVENGERS #32 PIXAR TOY STORY HOMAGE VARIANT COVER BY MARCO FORCELLONI & NICKY NICOTERA
  • CAPTAIN AMERICA #5 PIXAR TOY STORY HOMAGE VARIANT COVER BY MARCO FORCELLONI & NICKY NICOTERA
  • AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #16 PIXAR TOY STORY HOMAGE VARIANT COVER BY MARCO FORCELLONI & NICKY NICOTERA

Disney and Pixar Collaborate with Robosen to Launch the World’s First Robotic Buzz Lightyear Toy

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Robosen Robotics has collaborated with Disney and Pixar to bring one of the world’s most iconic characters to life like never before with the launch of the Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Robot. This groundbreaking robotic experience invites fans of all ages to experience Buzz Lightyear through an interactive robot that combines cutting-edge technology with the timeless charm of your favorite Space Ranger. The Buzz Lightyear Robot is available now for an MSRP of $599 atwww.robosen.com and www.DisneyStore.com, www.disneystore.co.uk, Disney Store Times Square, Disney Store Oxford Street and Disney Store Dublin.

An Unprecedented Robotic Experience

For the first time ever, Toy Story fans can own a fully controllable and programmable Buzz Lightyear robot. Meticulously crafted with more than 3,000 parts, 23 servo motors and 75 microchips, this Buzz Lightyear robot embodies the spirit of innovation, adventure and imagination that Toy Story fans have cherished for generations. The Buzz Lightyear Robot is fully voice and app-controlled, allowing fans to immerse themselves in iconic missions and scenes while controlling Buzz’s every move.

Equipped with innovative micro-servos that enable first-ever realistic eye and mouth movement, the Buzz Lightyear Robot delivers a lifelike recreation of the legendary Space Ranger. Whether engaging in pre-built missions or creating custom scenarios using Robosen Studio —debuting this fall—this robot offers an exciting level of interactivity and creativity.

Key Features

  • Voice & App Controlled for seamless operation
  • More than 3,000 intricate parts designed for lifelike movement
  • 23 servo motors enabling full-range motion
  • 75 microchips powering interactive features
  • First of its kind micro-servos providing realistic facial expressions
  • Ultra-authentic Buzz Lightyear experience
  • In-App programming for custom scenes using Toy Story lines
  • Robosen Studio PC integration coming soon

The Buzz Lightyear Robot stands 14.6 inches tall and weighs 3.7 pounds, making it a substantial and impressive figure for any collection. Whether you’re recreating famous scenes, enjoying the robot with family or designing your own adventures, this robot takes Toy Story fandom to an entirely new level.

Let Him Go Tops the Weekend Box Office

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The Empty Man

Let Him Go took the top of the weekend box office earning an estimated $4 million in its first weekend. The Focus Features film earned an average $1,630 per theater, almost double the second-place film.

Come Play dropped from first to second adding $1.8 million to its total and bringing that to $5.7 million.

The War with Grandpa held steady in third place. The film earned an estimated $1.5 million, up 19% from the previous weekend. The film has now earned $13.4 million domestically. Internationally, the film has earned a little under $7 million for a worldwide total of $20.4 million after 30 days.

In fourth place was Honest Thief which was a drop from the last weekend’s second place finish. The film added $1.1 million to bring its domestic total to $11.2 million. Internationally, the film has earned $9.8 million for a worldwide total just shy of $21 million after 30 days.

Tenet rounded out the top five earning $905,000 domestically that’s an improvement on last week’s fourth place and $885,000. It now stands at $55.1 million. Internationally, the film added $2.3 million over the week to bring that total to $295.6 million at the foreign box office. Worldwide, the film has earned $350.7 million after 66 days.

In other comic film news…

The Empty Man dropped to #7 from last weekend’s #5. The film earned $277,000 to bring its domestic total to $2.7 million. Internationally, the film earned about $200,000 over the week to bring that total to $319,909. Worldwide, the film has earned $3,044,386 after 16 days.

The New Mutants improved in its spot though not in its earnings. The film came in at #10, improved from last week’s #11. The film earned an estimated $127,720 to bring its domestic total to $23.6 million. It looks like the film is again earning money at the international box office. Over the week that increased by about $435,000 to bring that total to $21.7 million. Worldwide, the film has earned $45.2 million after 72 days.

Over the weekend, 39 films earned a total of $11.1 million from 17,160 theaters. That’s an improvement from the previous weekend’s 46 films, $9.7 million, and 18,952 theaters. Each theater earned about $644.77 on average over this past weekend compared to the previous weekend’s $511.35.

The Dark Knight, Disney Headline New PREVIEWS Exclusive Figures from Beast Kingdom

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Beast Kingdom and Diamond Comic Distributors have partnered to bring fans a new line of PREVIEWS Exclusive figures from Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy, and Disney classics Chip ‘n Dale and Toy Story.

Seven years after its conclusion, Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight Trilogy lives on as a the most acclaimed adaptation of DC’s iconic caped crusader. Beast Kingdom is celebrating the trilogy’s iconic lineup of classic characters with new PREVIEWS Exclusive mini egg attack figures.

The new Dark Knight MEA range is launched with five classic characters each with their own distinctive costume, signature pose, weapons, and accessories! Collect two versions of The Dark Knight himself: Batman with a Grappling gun and Batman with a Batarang; along with Joker, Catwoman, Two-Face, and Bane at a convenient 3-Inch height, perfect for any shelf!

Chip and Dale’s house gets a fresh coat of paint!  Spring is coming, an d what better way to spend those warmer days than with Chip ‘n Dale in their new and updated tree house? Beast Kingdom is back with a new PREVIEWS Exclusive D-Stage Pink variant of Chip ‘n Dale’s humble abode! With an updated pink theme, the tree house is filled with cherry blossom trees, adorning the roof and branches. A small, brick-clad chimney and windmill complete the set with our two furry friends ready to meet and greet. Every section is highly detailed with an exclusive base finishing off this run of D-Stage dioramas.

The Alien from Toy Story goes for a ride in a new PREVIEWS Exclusive statue from Beast Kingdom! A fully upgraded, enlarged version of Toy Story’s lovable Three Eyed Aliens, ready to rock your world! Beast Kingdom once again proudly presents the latest in the Master Craft high end series of collectibles: Toy Story Aliens. The Master Craft series continues the beauty of fine craftmanship, with an all hand painted, fully detailed 10″ tall sculpture that pops with subtle details, including a detailed flying saucer control panel, joysticks and a weathered looking base.

The PREVIEWS Exclusive Dark Knight range, featuring Batmanwith a Grappling gun (NOV198836),Batman with a Batarang (NOV198835; SRP $13.50), Joker (NOV198838; SRP $13.50), Catwoman (NOV 198837; SRP $13.50), Two-Face (NOV198839; SRP $13.50), and Bane (NOV198834; SRP $13.50), is now available for individual pre-order at comic shops, with an expected release date of August 26, 2020. The PREVIEWS Exclusive Chip ‘n Dale Treehouse Statue Cherry Version (NOV198840; SRP $29.99) and Toy Story Alien Statue (NOV198841; SRP $199.00) are also now available for pre-order at comic shops with a release date of August 26, 2020.

Beast Kingdom Enters the Magic Kingdom With Collection of Disney Mastercraft, D-Stage Figures

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Beast Kingdom and Diamond Comic Distributors have entered the Magic Kingdom to bring fans a quartet of Disney PREVIEWS Exclusive statues.

Toy Story’s Hamm comes to life in Beast Kingdom’s Mastercraft line, while Chip ‘n’ Dale, Donald Duck, and Stitch take on the hot summer days in Beast Kingdom’s beloved D-Stage series.

In the classic animated Disney/Pixar series: Toy Story, Hamm stands out with some of the zaniest, most outlandish adventures of all! Beast Kingdom takes you back to one of Toy Story 2‘s scene when Hamm uses a set of children’s blocks as a makeshift stand for a game controller in an adorable moment where he shows us his ingenuity before jumping into some serious gaming action. The PREVIEWS Exclusive Mastercraft, MC-011 Toy Story Craft Hamm showcases Beast Kingdom’s immense attention to detail. The series of high-end statues allows fans to take home the very best in high-end collectibles. Fully hand painted with crisp details, each section from Hamm himself to the controller and the wooden blocks have had no details spared.

MC-011 Toy Story Craft Hamm

Beast Kingdom’s D-Stage dream series features three new summer dream scenes that capture the long, hot summer days from some of Disney’s most loveable characters! Standing at a perfectly displayable 6”, Beast Kingdom’s 360-degree 3D modeling techniques are matched with high-end manufacturing and realistic character portrayals for truly stunning statues!

Stitch has always been one for beach fun and whilst he himself may not exactly have a beach-body, that hasn’t stopped him from catching waves and breaking hearts! With his green ragdoll in tow, the PREVIEWS Exclusive DS-030 Stitch Surf D-Stage Statue is ready to ride some serious waves on his Hawaii themed surfboard. The highly detailed surfboard with hibiscus flower prints is accompanied by a dynamic and transparent wave, bringing home a highly realistic recreation of summer fun. Included in the diorama, collectors can enjoy a sandy beach based, completed with beach balls, shells and sand adding the resort style atmosphere.

DS-030 Stitch Surf D-Stage Statue

Whilst Mickey is famed for having steamboat, Donald Duck is also one for sea-adventures with his very own ship. In the PREVIEWS Exclusive DS-029 Donald Ducks Boat D-Stage Statue, the ship’s hull is adorned with Donald blue, white and yellow, matching the classic costume of the zany duck. Whether it be the sails, railings, lifebuoys, fishing rods or the realistic, transparent waves, no detail is overlooked, giving fans endless surprises!

DS-029 Donald Ducks Boat D-Stage Statue

Come and be greeted by the warm welcoming of the PREVIEWS Exclusive DS-028 Chip’n’Dale D-Stage Statue in their very own Tree House, completed with their name sign and original house propeller. Perfect to cool down during those hot evenings, the cute house built on a pine tree is the perfect getaway for the two fun loving chipmunks and their guests.

DS-028 Chip'n'Dale D-Stage Statue

The PREVIEWS Exclusive Toy Story MC-011 Hamm Statue (MAY198892U, SRP: $159.00), Lilo & Stitch DS-030 Stitch Surf D-Stage 6IN Statue (MAY198891U, SRP: $29.99), Disney DS-029 Donald Ducks Boat D-Stage 6IN Statue (MAY198890U, SRP: $29.99), and Disney DS-028 Chip N Dale Treehouse D-Stage 6IN Statue (MAY198889U, SRP: $29.99) are now available for pre-order at comic shops, with an expected release date of February 26, 2020.

Save Your Change With The PREVIEWS Exclusive Toy Story Large Vinyl Piggy Banks

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Beast Kingdom and Diamond Comic Distributors want to help you take your savings to Infinity and Beyond with two brand-new, PREVIEWS Exclusive Toy Story piggy banks: Alien and Hamm!

Spanning 15 years and four classic movies, the Toy Story franchise has won the hearts of children and adults alike. Wonderment, adventure and most of all heart makes for a perfect combination! Beast Kingdom is excited to introduce the Piggy Bank collection starring two fan favorite characters from the films: the curious yet cute Alien, and the mischievousHamm! Featuring rotating head and arms, and a classic plug in the base, each coin bank measures almost 16 inches, making it a stunning statement piece for Toy Story fans young and old.

The PREVIEWS Exclusive Toy Story Hamm (MAY198661) and Toy Story Alien (MAY198660) Large Vinyl Piggy Banks are now available for pre-order at comic shops, with an expected release date of October 30, 2019.

Disney•Pixar: Toy Story – Pop!, Pop! Ride and Pop! Keychain are Coming Soon

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Disney•Pixar: Toy Story – Pop!, Pop! Ride and Pop! Keychain are coming soon from Funko!

Bling out your keychain with the greatest pals any kid—or adult—could ask for. Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Alien are ready to go on an adventure as Pop! keychain figures.

Slinky Dog is available as a Pop! keychain BoxLunch and Hot Topic shared exclusive.

Woody and RC, Andy’s beloved remote control car, are on patrol as Pop! Rides pals.

Rounding out the cast of beloved toys, Wheezy, Slinky Dog, Buzz (dressed as Mrs. Nesbitt from the 1st film), Bullseye and Bo-Peep are looking for adventures of their own!

A flocked Bullseye is available as a Funko Web exclusive.

Diamond, Beast Kingdom Round Up Sheriff Woody and Friends with New Exclusive

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Every good (toy) story deserves a sequel, which is why Sheriff Woody, Rex, Hamm, and more of your favorite Toy Story characters headed to comic shops as Diamond Comic Distributors and Beast Kingdom present the second series in their line of PREVIEWS Exclusive (PX) Mini Egg Attack Figures.

Fans can continue to relive the magic of Disney’s Toy Story with this new set of six Toy Story figures, including mini versions of Sheriff Woody, Rex, Hamm, Slinky Dog, Emperor Zurg, and the Aliens from Pizza Planet! Placed on special puzzle-mat platforms, collectors can arrange the figures in any order they want.

This adorable PREVIEWS Exclusive set is featured in the September issue of Diamond’s PREVIEWS catalog. Each figure carries a suggested retail price of $10.99, and will be available in stores late February 2018.

  • TOY STORY MEA-002 MINI EGG ATTACK SERIES 2 PX 6PC SET (SEP172708)

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