The North American box office experienced a significant slump over the Halloween holiday, resulting in what may be the second-lowest-earning weekend of 2026. Despite the lack of major new releases, the Elizabeth Holmes documentary “You Can See Everything” secured the top spot, narrowly edging out the DC Studios release “Clayface” in a period where total ticket sales were estimated to be under $56 million.

How did the top films perform?

The holiday weekend saw a lack of blockbuster debuts, leading to a "sleepy" market for exhibitors. The leading documentary, directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, earned approximately $10.6 million in its third week, bringing its total domestic haul to $63.9 million. This success is particularly notable given its modest $7 million production budget.

Trailing closely in second place was the Batman-related film “Clayface.” While it earned roughly $10.4 million this weekend, it saw a 57% decline from its opening. The film's domestic total now stands at $44.1 million, which is nearly equal to its reported $44 million production cost. Other notable performers included:

  • “Wildwood”: The Laika animated film earned $7.5 million, reaching a $25.9 million total.
  • “Wicker”: The comedic fantasy brought in $4.1 million.
  • “Street Fighter”: The title rounded out the top five with $3.2 million.

What is driving the box office trends?

While the domestic market saw a slowdown, the global landscape tells a different story. “Clayface” remains a leader internationally, with a worldwide cumulative gross of $83 million. In contrast, the documentary “You Can See Everything” has seen its primary success within North America.

Industry analysts note that the holiday weekend's low numbers are partly due to audiences being drawn away from theaters for Halloween celebrations. However, the overall domestic market remains healthy, with year-to-date earnings up more than 17% compared to the previous year.

FAQ

Which film had the highest global earnings?

“Clayface” leads globally with a total of $83 million, whereas “You Can See Everything” has a domestic total of $63.9 million.

Was this a successful weekend for the industry?

It was a slow period, potentially the second-weakest of the year, due to a lack of new blockbuster releases during the holiday.