Total Recall (1990)

Total Recall
Theatrical Performance
Domestic Box Office $119,394,839Details
International Box Office $142,004,991Details
Worldwide Box Office $261,399,830
Further financial details...

Metrics

Opening Weekend:$25,533,700 (21.4% of total gross)
Legs:4.68 (domestic box office/biggest weekend)
Domestic Share:45.7% (domestic box office/worldwide)
Production Budget:$65,000,000 (worldwide box office is 4.0 times production budget)
Theater counts:2,060 opening theaters/2,131 max. theaters, 7.0 weeks average run per theater
Infl. Adj. Dom. BO $304,980,828

Latest Ranking on Cumulative Box Office Lists

RecordRankAmount
All Time Domestic Box Office (Rank 601-700) 611 $119,394,839
All Time International Box Office (Rank 701-800) 746 $142,004,991
All Time Worldwide Box Office (Rank 601-700) 655 $261,399,830
All Time Domestic Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 107 $119,394,839
All Time International Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 115 $142,004,991
All Time Worldwide Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 112 $261,399,830

See the Box Office tab (Domestic) and International tab (International and Worldwide) for more Cumulative Box Office Records.


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Movie Details

Domestic Releases: June 1st, 1990 (Wide) by Sony Pictures
August 10th, 2012 (Limited) by Rialto Pictures
International Releases: July 27th, 1990 (Wide) (United Kingdom)
June 6th, 1992 (Wide), released as Вспомнить всё (Russia (CIS))
November 5th, 2020 (Wide) (Australia)
November 20th, 2020 (Wide), released as Desafio total (Spain)
November 27th, 2020 (Limited) (United Kingdom)
... Show all releases
Video Release: June 18th, 1997 by TriStar Pictures Video
MPAA Rating: R
Running Time: 113 minutes
Comparisons: vs. Sin City
Create your own comparison chart…
Keywords: Visual Effects, Faulty Memory, Mutants, Film Noir, Psychics, Rebellion, Corporate Malfeasance, Dwarfism, Prostitution, Double Agent, Dream Sequence, Surprise Twist, Remade
Source:Based on Fiction Book/Short Story
Genre:Action
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Science Fiction
Production/Financing Companies: Carolco Pictures, Ronald Shusett, Tri-Star Pictures
Production Countries: United States
Languages: English

Ranking on other Records and Milestones

RecordRankAmountChart
Date		Days In
Release
Independence Day (All Movies, 3-Day, Inflation Adjusted) 260 $11,292,610 Jul 6, 1990 38

Compare this performance with other movies…

Domestic Cumulative Box Office Records

RecordRankRevenue
All Time Domestic Box Office (Rank 601-700) 611 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Inflation Adjusted Box Office (Rank 301-400) 324 $304,980,828
All Time Domestic Non-Sequel Box Office (Rank 301-400) 393 $119,394,839
Top 1990 Movies at the Domestic Box Office 7 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for Based on Fiction Book/Short Story Movies (Rank 101-200) 126 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for Live Action Movies (Rank 401-500) 407 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for Science Fiction Movies 91 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for Action Movies (Rank 101-200) 172 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 107 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for Sony Pictures Movies 72 $119,394,839

Weekend Box Office Performance

DateRankGross% ChangeTheatersPer TheaterTotal GrossWeek
Jun 1, 1990 1 $25,533,700   2,060 $12,395   $25,533,700 1
Jun 8, 1990 2 $15,061,380 -41% 2,076 $7,255   $51,142,280 2
Jun 15, 1990 3 $10,223,600 -32% 2,095 $4,880   $67,625,020 3
Jun 22, 1990 3 $8,278,935 -19% 2,131 $3,885   $81,424,287 4
Jun 29, 1990 4 $6,000,660 -28% 1,961 $3,060   $91,548,425 5
Jul 6, 1990 5 $4,217,240 -30% 1,787 $2,360   $99,207,220 6
Jul 13, 1990 8 $3,218,325 -24% 1,551 $2,075   $104,855,865 7
Jul 20, 1990 10 $2,154,810 -33% 1,302 $1,655   $108,569,430 8
Aug 10, 2012 72 $5,788   1 $5,788   $108,575,218 1,159
Aug 24, 2012 75 $5,511   1 $5,511   $108,580,729 1,161

Daily Box Office Performance

Weekly Box Office Performance

DateRankGross% ChangeTheatersPer TheaterTotal GrossWeek
Jun 1, 1990 1 $36,080,900   2,060 $17,515   $36,080,900 1
Jun 8, 1990 2 $21,320,520 -41% 2,076 $10,270   $57,401,420 2
Jun 15, 1990 3 $15,743,932 -26% 2,095 $7,515   $73,145,352 3
Jun 22, 1990 3 $12,402,413 -21% 2,131 $5,820   $85,547,765 4
Jun 29, 1990 5 $9,442,215 -24% 1,961 $4,815   $94,989,980 5
Jul 6, 1990 5 $6,647,560 -30% 1,787 $3,720   $101,637,540 6
Jul 13, 1990 8 $4,777,080 -28% 1,551 $3,080   $106,414,620 7

Box Office Summary Per Territory

Territory Release
Date		 Opening
Weekend		 Opening
Weekend
Screens		 Maximum
Screens		 Theatrical
Engagements		 Total
Box Office		 Report
Date
Australia 11/5/2020 $1,530 4 34 51 $12,510 8/22/2022
Germany 5/27/2021 $0000$0
Russia (CIS) 6/6/1992 $0 0 192 192 $54,882 4/7/2021
Spain 11/20/2020 $8,112 49 49 49 $8,112 11/30/2020
United Kingdom 7/27/1990 $0 0 31 31 $3,119 12/11/2020
 
Rest of World $141,926,368
 
International Total$142,004,991 8/22/2022

International Cumulative Box Office Records

RecordRankRevenue
All Time International Box Office (Rank 701-800) 746 $142,004,991
All Time International Non-Sequel Box Office (Rank 401-500) 472 $142,004,991
Top 1990 Movies at the International Box Office 6 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for Based on Fiction Book/Short Story Movies (Rank 101-200) 160 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for Live Action Movies (Rank 401-500) 485 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for Science Fiction Movies (Rank 101-200) 134 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for Action Movies (Rank 201-300) 240 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 115 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for Sony Pictures Movies 74 $142,004,991

Worldwide Cumulative Box Office Records

RecordRankRevenue
All Time Worldwide Box Office (Rank 601-700) 655 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Non-Sequel Box Office (Rank 301-400) 398 $261,399,830
Top 1990 Movies at the Worldwide Box Office 5 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for Based on Fiction Book/Short Story Movies (Rank 101-200) 142 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for Live Action Movies (Rank 401-500) 427 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for Science Fiction Movies (Rank 101-200) 117 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for Action Movies (Rank 201-300) 211 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 112 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for Sony Pictures Movies 67 $261,399,830

Weekly US DVD Sales

DateRankUnits
this
Week		% ChangeTotal
Units		Spending
this
Week		Total
Spending		Weeks
in
Release
Aug 5, 20122623,399 23,399$142,345$142,345790
Aug 12, 20122117,199-26% 40,598$97,339$239,684791

Weekly US Blu-ray Sales

DateRankUnits
this
Week		% ChangeTotal
Units		Spending
this
Week		Total
Spending		Weeks
in
Release
Aug 5, 2012529,085 29,085$321,577$321,577790
Aug 12, 2012816,346-44% 45,431$168,949$490,526791
Aug 19, 2012817,514+7% 62,945$172,968$663,494792
Dec 13, 2020938,990 216,789$526,755$2,603,5691,226

Our DVD and Blu-ray sales estimates are based on weekly retail surveys, which we use to build a weekly market share estimate for each title we are tracking. The market share is converted into a weekly sales estimate based on industry reports on the overall size of the market, including reports published in Media Play News.

For example, if our weekly retail survey estimates that a particular title sold 1% of all units that week, and the industry reports sales of 1,500,000 units in total, we will estimate 15,000 units were sold of that title. The consumer spending estimate is based on the average sales price for the title in the retailers we survey.

We refine our estimates from week to week as more data becomes available. In particular, we adjust weekly sales figures for the quarter once the total market estimates are published by the Digital Entertainment Group. Figures will therefore fluctuate each week, and totals for individual titles can go up or down as we update our estimates.

Because sales figures are estimated based on sampling, they will be more accurate for higher-selling titles.

Leading Cast

Arnold Schwarzenegger    Quaid

Supporting Cast

Rachel Ticotin    Melina
Sharon Stone    Lori
Michael Ironside    Richter
Ronny Cox    Vilos Cohaagen
Robert Costanzo    Harry
Bob Bergen    Additional Voice
Marshall Bell    George/Kuato
Mel Johnson Jr    Benny
Ray Baker    Bob McClane
Roy Brocksmith    Dr. Edgemar
David Knell    Ernie
Dean Norris    Tony
Rosemary Dunsmore    Dr. Lull
Mark Carlton    Bartender
Alexia Robinson    Tiffany
Debbie Lee Carrington    Thumbelina
Lycia Naff    Mary
Chuck Sloan    Scientist
Michael LaGuardia    Stevens
Pricilla Allen    Fat Lady
Marc Alaimo    Everett
Ken Gilden    Hotel Clerk
Michael Gregory    Rebel Lieutenant
Ken Strausbaugh    Immigration Officer
Robert Picardo    Johnnycab
Mickey Jones    Burly Miner
Parker Whitman    Martian Husband
Ellen Gollas    Martian Wife
Gloria Dorson    Woman in Phone Booth
Erika Carlson    Miss Lonelyhearts
Bob Tzudiker    Doctor
Benny Corral    Punk Cabbie
Dave Nicolson    Scientist
Erik Cord    Lab Assistant
Frank Kopyc    Technician
Paul McClure    Newscaster
Rebecca Ruth    Reporter
Milt Tarver    Commercial Announcer
Roger Cudney    Agent
Sasha Rionda    Mutant Child
Monica Steuer    Mutant Mother
Linda Howell    Tennis Pro

For a description of the different acting role types we use to categorize acting perfomances, see our Glossary.

Production and Technical Credits

Paul Verhoeven    Director
Buzz Feitshans    Producer
Ronald Shusett    Producer
Ronald Shusett    Screen Story by
Dan O’Bannon    Screen Story by
Jon Povill    Screen Story by
Gary Goldman    Screenwriter
Ronald Shusett    Screenwriter
Dan O’Bannon    Screenwriter
Philip K. Dick    Story inspired by the short story “We Can Remember It For You Wholesale” by
Andrew G. Vajna    Executive Producer
Mario Kassar    Executive Producer
Jost Vacano    Director of Photography
Frank J. Urioste    Editor
Jerry Goldsmith    Composer

Blu-ray Sales: Beginning of the End for Batman?

August 15th, 2012

It looks like the Batman films will finally be slipping out of the top five in the coming weeks. Batman Begins came in first place in terms of units topping Hatfields & McCoys 192,000 units to 186,000 units. However, Hatfields & McCoys easily won in terms of revenue with $4.63 million to $1.91 million. Its opening week Blu-ray share was 34%, which is good for a TV mini-series, but below average for the format. More...

DVD and Blu-ray Releases for July 31st, 2012

July 31st, 2012

According to Amazon.com, the best selling new release of the week is a catalog Blu-ray release. Not only that, it is a double-dip. There were a few contenders for Pick of the Week, including the aforementioned Blu-ray double-dip: Total Recall: Mind-Bending Edition. It looks better than the previous edition, it has more extras, and it is really cheap. Forever Marilyn is a great Blu-ray and is also excellent value for the money. Finally, Mystery Science Theater 3000: Volume XXIV. 'Nuff said. So which one is the pick of the week? Honestly, I can't decide. Call it a three-way tie. More...

Featured Blu-ray Review: Total Recall: Mind-Bending Edition

July 28th, 2012

With the remake coming out next Friday, now is the perfect time for the original Total Recall to be re-released on Blu-ray. I've previously reviewed the film when it was part of a Box Set. Because I've reviewed it before, I won't go into too much detail with regards to the movie. It's not like my opinion has changed suddenly. I thought it was worth picking up before, and I think it is worth owning now. But, is it worth paying money to see it in high definition? More...

DVD and Blu-ray Releases for November 23rd, 2010

November 22nd, 2010

This Friday is Black Friday, but there's a lull on the home market with not a whole lot of great releases. (This is the usual pattern for Thanksgiving.) The biggest hit coming out is The Expendables, which should top the chart, while there are a number of smaller releases that are in contention for Pick of the Week. The best of these is Metropolis: The Complete Metropolis, which comes out on Blu-ray this week after being released on DVD last week. More...


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Metrics

Opening Weekend:$25,533,700 (21.4% of total gross)
Legs:4.68 (domestic box office/biggest weekend)
Domestic Share:45.7% (domestic box office/worldwide)
Production Budget:$65,000,000 (worldwide box office is 4.0 times production budget)
Theater counts:2,060 opening theaters/2,131 max. theaters, 7.0 weeks average run per theater
Infl. Adj. Dom. BO $304,980,828

Latest Ranking on Cumulative Box Office Lists

RecordRankAmount
All Time Domestic Box Office (Rank 601-700) 611 $119,394,839
All Time International Box Office (Rank 701-800) 746 $142,004,991
All Time Worldwide Box Office (Rank 601-700) 655 $261,399,830
All Time Domestic Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 107 $119,394,839
All Time International Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 115 $142,004,991
All Time Worldwide Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 112 $261,399,830

See the Box Office tab (Domestic) and International tab (International and Worldwide) for more Cumulative Box Office Records.


Watch Now On

iTunes:iTunes, iTunes, iTunes, iTunes
Google Play:Google Play, Google Play, Google Play, Google Play

Movie Details

Domestic Releases: June 1st, 1990 (Wide) by Sony Pictures
August 10th, 2012 (Limited) by Rialto Pictures
International Releases: July 27th, 1990 (Wide) (United Kingdom)
June 6th, 1992 (Wide), released as Вспомнить всё (Russia (CIS))
November 5th, 2020 (Wide) (Australia)
November 20th, 2020 (Wide), released as Desafio total (Spain)
November 27th, 2020 (Limited) (United Kingdom)
... Show all releases
Video Release: June 18th, 1997 by TriStar Pictures Video
MPAA Rating: R
Running Time: 113 minutes
Comparisons: vs. Sin City
Create your own comparison chart…
Keywords: Visual Effects, Faulty Memory, Mutants, Film Noir, Psychics, Rebellion, Corporate Malfeasance, Dwarfism, Prostitution, Double Agent, Dream Sequence, Surprise Twist, Remade
Source:Based on Fiction Book/Short Story
Genre:Action
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Science Fiction
Production/Financing Companies: Carolco Pictures, Ronald Shusett, Tri-Star Pictures
Production Countries: United States
Languages: English

Ranking on other Records and Milestones

RecordRankAmountChart
Date		Days In
Release
Independence Day (All Movies, 3-Day, Inflation Adjusted) 260 $11,292,610 Jul 6, 1990 38

Leading Cast

Arnold Schwarzenegger    Quaid

Supporting Cast

Rachel Ticotin    Melina
Sharon Stone    Lori
Michael Ironside    Richter
Ronny Cox    Vilos Cohaagen
Robert Costanzo    Harry
Bob Bergen    Additional Voice
Marshall Bell    George/Kuato
Mel Johnson Jr    Benny
Ray Baker    Bob McClane
Roy Brocksmith    Dr. Edgemar
David Knell    Ernie
Dean Norris    Tony
Rosemary Dunsmore    Dr. Lull
Mark Carlton    Bartender
Alexia Robinson    Tiffany
Debbie Lee Carrington    Thumbelina
Lycia Naff    Mary
Chuck Sloan    Scientist
Michael LaGuardia    Stevens
Pricilla Allen    Fat Lady
Marc Alaimo    Everett
Ken Gilden    Hotel Clerk
Michael Gregory    Rebel Lieutenant
Ken Strausbaugh    Immigration Officer
Robert Picardo    Johnnycab
Mickey Jones    Burly Miner
Parker Whitman    Martian Husband
Ellen Gollas    Martian Wife
Gloria Dorson    Woman in Phone Booth
Erika Carlson    Miss Lonelyhearts
Bob Tzudiker    Doctor
Benny Corral    Punk Cabbie
Dave Nicolson    Scientist
Erik Cord    Lab Assistant
Frank Kopyc    Technician
Paul McClure    Newscaster
Rebecca Ruth    Reporter
Milt Tarver    Commercial Announcer
Roger Cudney    Agent
Sasha Rionda    Mutant Child
Monica Steuer    Mutant Mother
Linda Howell    Tennis Pro

For a description of the different acting role types we use to categorize acting perfomances, see our Glossary.

Production and Technical Credits

Paul Verhoeven    Director
Buzz Feitshans    Producer
Ronald Shusett    Producer
Ronald Shusett    Screen Story by
Dan O’Bannon    Screen Story by
Jon Povill    Screen Story by
Gary Goldman    Screenwriter
Ronald Shusett    Screenwriter
Dan O’Bannon    Screenwriter
Philip K. Dick    Story inspired by the short story “We Can Remember It For You Wholesale” by
Andrew G. Vajna    Executive Producer
Mario Kassar    Executive Producer
Jost Vacano    Director of Photography
Frank J. Urioste    Editor
Jerry Goldsmith    Composer

Blu-ray Sales: Beginning of the End for Batman?

August 15th, 2012

It looks like the Batman films will finally be slipping out of the top five in the coming weeks. Batman Begins came in first place in terms of units topping Hatfields & McCoys 192,000 units to 186,000 units. However, Hatfields & McCoys easily won in terms of revenue with $4.63 million to $1.91 million. Its opening week Blu-ray share was 34%, which is good for a TV mini-series, but below average for the format. More...

DVD and Blu-ray Releases for July 31st, 2012

July 31st, 2012

According to Amazon.com, the best selling new release of the week is a catalog Blu-ray release. Not only that, it is a double-dip. There were a few contenders for Pick of the Week, including the aforementioned Blu-ray double-dip: Total Recall: Mind-Bending Edition. It looks better than the previous edition, it has more extras, and it is really cheap. Forever Marilyn is a great Blu-ray and is also excellent value for the money. Finally, Mystery Science Theater 3000: Volume XXIV. 'Nuff said. So which one is the pick of the week? Honestly, I can't decide. Call it a three-way tie. More...

Featured Blu-ray Review: Total Recall: Mind-Bending Edition

July 28th, 2012

With the remake coming out next Friday, now is the perfect time for the original Total Recall to be re-released on Blu-ray. I've previously reviewed the film when it was part of a Box Set. Because I've reviewed it before, I won't go into too much detail with regards to the movie. It's not like my opinion has changed suddenly. I thought it was worth picking up before, and I think it is worth owning now. But, is it worth paying money to see it in high definition? More...

DVD and Blu-ray Releases for November 23rd, 2010

November 22nd, 2010

This Friday is Black Friday, but there's a lull on the home market with not a whole lot of great releases. (This is the usual pattern for Thanksgiving.) The biggest hit coming out is The Expendables, which should top the chart, while there are a number of smaller releases that are in contention for Pick of the Week. The best of these is Metropolis: The Complete Metropolis, which comes out on Blu-ray this week after being released on DVD last week. More...

Compare this performance with other movies…

Domestic Cumulative Box Office Records

RecordRankRevenue
All Time Domestic Box Office (Rank 601-700) 611 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Inflation Adjusted Box Office (Rank 301-400) 324 $304,980,828
All Time Domestic Non-Sequel Box Office (Rank 301-400) 393 $119,394,839
Top 1990 Movies at the Domestic Box Office 7 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for Based on Fiction Book/Short Story Movies (Rank 101-200) 126 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for Live Action Movies (Rank 401-500) 407 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for Science Fiction Movies 91 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for Action Movies (Rank 101-200) 172 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 107 $119,394,839
All Time Domestic Box Office for Sony Pictures Movies 72 $119,394,839

Weekend Box Office Performance

DateRankGross% ChangeTheatersPer TheaterTotal GrossWeek
Jun 1, 1990 1 $25,533,700   2,060 $12,395   $25,533,700 1
Jun 8, 1990 2 $15,061,380 -41% 2,076 $7,255   $51,142,280 2
Jun 15, 1990 3 $10,223,600 -32% 2,095 $4,880   $67,625,020 3
Jun 22, 1990 3 $8,278,935 -19% 2,131 $3,885   $81,424,287 4
Jun 29, 1990 4 $6,000,660 -28% 1,961 $3,060   $91,548,425 5
Jul 6, 1990 5 $4,217,240 -30% 1,787 $2,360   $99,207,220 6
Jul 13, 1990 8 $3,218,325 -24% 1,551 $2,075   $104,855,865 7
Jul 20, 1990 10 $2,154,810 -33% 1,302 $1,655   $108,569,430 8
Aug 10, 2012 72 $5,788   1 $5,788   $108,575,218 1,159
Aug 24, 2012 75 $5,511   1 $5,511   $108,580,729 1,161

Daily Box Office Performance

Weekly Box Office Performance

DateRankGross% ChangeTheatersPer TheaterTotal GrossWeek
Jun 1, 1990 1 $36,080,900   2,060 $17,515   $36,080,900 1
Jun 8, 1990 2 $21,320,520 -41% 2,076 $10,270   $57,401,420 2
Jun 15, 1990 3 $15,743,932 -26% 2,095 $7,515   $73,145,352 3
Jun 22, 1990 3 $12,402,413 -21% 2,131 $5,820   $85,547,765 4
Jun 29, 1990 5 $9,442,215 -24% 1,961 $4,815   $94,989,980 5
Jul 6, 1990 5 $6,647,560 -30% 1,787 $3,720   $101,637,540 6
Jul 13, 1990 8 $4,777,080 -28% 1,551 $3,080   $106,414,620 7

Box Office Summary Per Territory

Territory Release
Date		 Opening
Weekend		 Opening
Weekend
Screens		 Maximum
Screens		 Theatrical
Engagements		 Total
Box Office		 Report
Date
Australia 11/5/2020 $1,530 4 34 51 $12,510 8/22/2022
Germany 5/27/2021 $0000$0
Russia (CIS) 6/6/1992 $0 0 192 192 $54,882 4/7/2021
Spain 11/20/2020 $8,112 49 49 49 $8,112 11/30/2020
United Kingdom 7/27/1990 $0 0 31 31 $3,119 12/11/2020
 
Rest of World $141,926,368
 
International Total$142,004,991 8/22/2022

International Cumulative Box Office Records

RecordRankRevenue
All Time International Box Office (Rank 701-800) 746 $142,004,991
All Time International Non-Sequel Box Office (Rank 401-500) 472 $142,004,991
Top 1990 Movies at the International Box Office 6 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for Based on Fiction Book/Short Story Movies (Rank 101-200) 160 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for Live Action Movies (Rank 401-500) 485 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for Science Fiction Movies (Rank 101-200) 134 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for Action Movies (Rank 201-300) 240 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 115 $142,004,991
All Time International Box Office for Sony Pictures Movies 74 $142,004,991

Worldwide Cumulative Box Office Records

RecordRankRevenue
All Time Worldwide Box Office (Rank 601-700) 655 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Non-Sequel Box Office (Rank 301-400) 398 $261,399,830
Top 1990 Movies at the Worldwide Box Office 5 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for Based on Fiction Book/Short Story Movies (Rank 101-200) 142 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for Live Action Movies (Rank 401-500) 427 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for Science Fiction Movies (Rank 101-200) 117 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for Action Movies (Rank 201-300) 211 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for R Movies (Rank 101-200) 112 $261,399,830
All Time Worldwide Box Office for Sony Pictures Movies 67 $261,399,830

Weekly US DVD Sales

DateRankUnits
this
Week		% ChangeTotal
Units		Spending
this
Week		Total
Spending		Weeks
in
Release
Aug 5, 20122623,399 23,399$142,345$142,345790
Aug 12, 20122117,199-26% 40,598$97,339$239,684791

Weekly US Blu-ray Sales

DateRankUnits
this
Week		% ChangeTotal
Units		Spending
this
Week		Total
Spending		Weeks
in
Release
Aug 5, 2012529,085 29,085$321,577$321,577790
Aug 12, 2012816,346-44% 45,431$168,949$490,526791
Aug 19, 2012817,514+7% 62,945$172,968$663,494792
Dec 13, 2020938,990 216,789$526,755$2,603,5691,226

Our DVD and Blu-ray sales estimates are based on weekly retail surveys, which we use to build a weekly market share estimate for each title we are tracking. The market share is converted into a weekly sales estimate based on industry reports on the overall size of the market, including reports published in Media Play News.

For example, if our weekly retail survey estimates that a particular title sold 1% of all units that week, and the industry reports sales of 1,500,000 units in total, we will estimate 15,000 units were sold of that title. The consumer spending estimate is based on the average sales price for the title in the retailers we survey.

We refine our estimates from week to week as more data becomes available. In particular, we adjust weekly sales figures for the quarter once the total market estimates are published by the Digital Entertainment Group. Figures will therefore fluctuate each week, and totals for individual titles can go up or down as we update our estimates.

Because sales figures are estimated based on sampling, they will be more accurate for higher-selling titles.