‘Marley’ top dog at box office
The family comedy “Marley & Me” won a huge box office weekend for Hollywood.
The comedy about a rambunctious family dog took in $37 million over the weekend and a total of $51.7 million since Christmas day. It stars Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston.
Adam Sandler’s family flick “Bedtime Stories” was runner-up with $28 million over the weekend and $38.6 million over four days.
Brad Pitt’s “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” grossed $27.2 million over the weekend and $39 million since Christmas day for third place.
Valkyrie, starring Tom Cruise, raked in $21.5 million over the weekend and $30 million since Christmas.
BOX OFFICE TOP 10
1. Marley & Me, $37 million
2. Bedtime Stories, $28.1 million
3. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, $27 million
4. Valkyrie, $21.5 million
5. Yes Man, $16.5 million
6. Seven Pounds, $13.4 million
7. Tale of Despereaux, $9.4 million
8. The Day the Earth Stood Still, $7.9 million
9. The Spirit, $6.5 million
10. Doubt, $5.7 million