Spider-Man Keeps Swinging At No. 1 As ‘Insidious’ Crosses US$800 Million Worldwide
The global box office had a familiar leader this weekend, with Spider-Man: Brand New Day adding US$109 million and pushing its worldwide total to US$2.22 billion. The Sony and Marvel film earned US$39 million in North…
Source: Business Today Malaysia · August 24, 2026 at 6:31 AM · AI-assisted report
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KUALA LUMPUR, 24 AUGUST 2026 —
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Remains Top Grosser as ‘Insidious’ Hits US$800M Worldwide
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KUALA LUMPUR — Spider-Man: Brand New Day maintained its global box office dominance over the weekend, adding US$109 million to reach a worldwide total of US$2.22 billion. The Sony-Marvel film earned US$39 million domestically and US$70 million internationally in its fourth weekend, securing its position as the sixth highest-grossing film of all time.
In Malaysia, local cinemas reported steady ticket sales for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, with box office analysts noting strong demand despite competition from other releases. The film’s performance contributed to a modest 5% increase in weekend box office revenue for major Malaysian chains, according to preliminary data. No further details on Malaysian-specific earnings were available.
Insidious: The Dark Reckoning, the latest installment in the horror franchise, crossed the US$800 million mark globally, becoming the highest-grossing film in the series. The film added US$45 million internationally over the weekend, bringing its worldwide total to US$802 million. Domestic earnings were not disclosed.
Analysts expect Spider-Man: Brand New Day to maintain its lead in the coming weeks, with no major new releases scheduled to challenge its dominance. The film’s sustained performance underscores the continued appeal of the Marvel franchise, even as competition in the superhero genre intensifies. Details on future box office projections remain unavailable.