Jamie Lee Curtis’ “Halloween” is looking to slice up an opening weekend of as high as $75 million at 3,928 North American locations, early estimates showed Friday.Universal’s R-rated slasher film is on its way to posting the second-highest October launch of all time, bested only by the $80 million opening of Tom Hardy’s “Venom” on Oct.
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Anticipation is high among moviegoers for “Halloween,” with Curtis returning as Laurie Strode facing off against serial killer Michael Myers.
Thursday night previews showed plenty of power with $7.7 million.Friday’s mid-day estimates for “Halloween” — some of which were above $75 million — came in over the top end of this week’s expectations.
Universal had been cautiously forecasting a $50 million bow, while some analysts had projected a $70 million launch.
“Halloween” is also opening in 21 international territories this weekend.“Halloween” will obliterate the franchise record opening of $26 million set by the 2007 Rob Zombie reboot.
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