Godzilla Minus Zero Sets Record With $31.6 Million North American Debut

Godzilla Minus Zero topped the North American box office with a $31.6 million debut, setting a record for the largest opening of a live-action foreign film in the region. The film outperformed competitors including The Cat in the Hat (2026), which earned $20 million domestically. The R-rated sequel received critical acclaim, including a 10/10 review from CGMagazine, and was the first Japanese production filmed for IMAX. Gkids distribution VP Chance Huskey credited a campaign emphasizing the theatrical experience for the landmark release, following its predecessor's $113 million global gross and Oscar win in 2023. The Cat in the Hat earned $30.5 million globally but faces a likely box office disappointment against its $92 million budget. Ramayana: Rise of a Legend brought in $8.6 million over the weekend, while documentaries You Can See Everything and Wild Horse Nine earned $8.8 million and $6 million, respectively.