Hugh Grant: For the third consecutive weekend, Venom: The Last Dance secured its place as the top film at the North American box office. The superhero sequel, starring Tom Hardy, brought in $16.2 million in U.S. and Canadian theaters. Despite a somewhat underwhelming domestic performance, The Last Dance continues to attract international audiences, with a total global haul reaching $394.2 million.

Meanwhile, Hugh Grant’s new horror thriller, Heretic, debuted strong with $11 million over the weekend. The A24 film, directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, follows a chilling encounter between two young missionaries and Grant’s ominous character. Despite mixed audience reactions and a CinemaScore of “C+,” Heretic’s low production budget ensures a profitable run, with the potential to gain more traction in the coming weeks.

Another notable release, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, earned $8.9 million, capitalizing on early holiday spirit. As the box office waits for major Thanksgiving releases like Gladiator II and Wicked, industry experts anticipate a boost in overall ticket sales.