“Semi-Pro” no blockbuster; still takes top spot
Will Ferrell’s comedy “Semi-Pro” fell short of all expectations by only earning $15.3 million at the box office over the weekend.
Despite its poor debut, it still managed to grab the number one spot. Analysts believe “Semi-Pro” suffered because it was rated R, while Ferrell’s big hits like Talledega Nights and Blades of Glory were rated PG-13.
Last week’s number one, “Vantage Point,” dropped to second place with $13 million. It’s two-week total is $41 million.
Here’s the top 10 box office films:
1. Semi-Pro, $15.3 million
2. Vantage Point, $13 million
3. Spiderwick Chronicles, $8.8 million
4. The Other Boleyn Girl, $8.3 million
5. Jumper, $7.6 million
6. Step Up 2 The Streets, $5.7 million
7. Fool’s Gold, $4.7 million
8. Penelope, $4 million
9. No Country for Old Men, $4 million
10. Juno, $3.4 million