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New “Lilo & Stitch” and Mission: Impossible Smash Memorial Day Records

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May 28, 2025 0 Positive General

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Hollywood, USA: The live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch” wowed audiences with a $183 million opening, and “Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning” followed with $77.5 million, combining for a record-breaking Memorial Day weekend at the box office. Disney needed a hit after its “Snow White” adaptation flopped, and “Lilo & Stitch” handily out-earned it in just four days. Meanwhile, Mission: Impossible still faces a daunting $500 million budget, but analysts say this strong debut is a hopeful sign for a break-even. The holiday weekend success signals robust demand for big-screen spectacles as summer blockbuster season kicks off.

What this means for you:

•	If you enjoy family-friendly fare, watch for Disney’s next live-action release within 2–3 months—its success could drive sequel or spin-off announcements.
•	Check local box-office deals in the next 1–2 weeks; some theaters discount tickets mid-week by as much as 30%.
•	For a summer budget strategy, plan ahead for $15–$20 ticket prices; seeing two or more blockbusters could total $60–$80 for a couple, so consider matinees.
•	If you prefer streaming, expect a 45–90 day window before these films appear on major platforms—enough time to reevaluate subscription tiers.

Key Entities

• Disney: Released the live-action “Lilo & Stitch,” rebounding from a previous flop with “Snow White.”
• Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning: The latest installment in the Tom Cruise-led action franchise, boasting a $500 million budget.
• Memorial Day Weekend Box Office: Historically a major marker for the summer movie season’s strength.

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