Most Popular Movies 2010
This chart shows the 2010 movie releases that have attracted the most interest on The Numbers web site over the past 24 hours. A share of 100 corresponds to 1 percent of the total views for all 2010 releases.
See also: Domestic Release Schedule for 2010 - Top 2010 Worldwide
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| Inception |
| Director: Christopher Nolan |
| Lead Roles: Leonardo DiCaprio as Cobb, Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Arthur, Ellen Page as Ariadne |
| Initial Theatrical Release: July 16, 2010 (Wide) by Warner Bros. |
| Keywords: Visual Effects, Dream Sequence, IMAX: DMR, Shared Dreams, 2011 Oscars Best Picture Nominee, Psychological Thriller, Filmed in Commodore Schuyler F. Heim Bridge, Long Beach, CA, Filmed in Long Beach, CA, Filmed in Los Angeles County, CA, Filmed in California, United States, Filmed in United States |
| Classification: Original Screenplay, Thriller/Suspense, Animation/Live Action, Science Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $292,576,195 |
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International BO: $533,210,699 |
Synopsis
Dom Cobb is a skilled thief, the absolute best in the dangerous art of extraction, stealing valuable secrets from deep within the subconscious, during the dream state when the mind is at its most vulnerable. Cobb’s rare ability has made him a coveted player in this treacherous new world of corporate espionage, but it has also made him an international fugitive and cost him everything he has ever loved. One last job could give him his life back but only if he can accomplish the impossible: inception. Instead of the perfect heist, Cobb and his team of specialists have to pull off the reverse: their task is not to steal an idea but to plant one. If they succeed, it could be the perfect crime. But no amount of careful planning or expertise can prepare the team for the dangerous enemy that seems to predict their every move. An enemy that only Cobb could have seen coming.
| Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I |
| Director: David Yates |
| Lead Roles: Emma Watson as Hermione Granger, Daniel Radcliffe as Harry Potter, Rupert Grint as Ron Weasley, Ralph Fiennes as Lord Voldemort |
| Initial Theatrical Release: November 17, 2010 (Wide) by TME Films, released as Harry Potter ve Ölüm Yadigarları: Bölüm 1 (Turkey) |
| Keywords: Boarding School, Cliffhanger Ending, IMAX: DMR, Filmed in Puzzlewood, Gloucestershire, England, Filmed in Gloucestershire, England, Filmed in England, Filmed in United Kingdom, Witches, Family Adventure |
| Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Adventure, Animation/Live Action, Fantasy |
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Domestic BO: $296,837,581 |
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International BO: $647,224,674 |
Synopsis
Harry, Ron and Hermione set out on their perilous mission to track down and destroy the Horcruxes - the keys to Voldemort's immortality. On their own, without the guidance or protection of their professors, the three friends must now rely on one another more than ever. But there are dark forces in their midst that threaten to tear them apart. Meanwhile, the Wizarding world has become a dangerous place for all enemies of the Dark Lord. Long-feared war has begun and Voldemort's death eaters seize control of the Ministry of Magic and even Hogwarts, terrorizing and arresting anyone who might oppose them. But the one prize they still seek is the one most valuable to Voldemort: Harry Potter. The Chosen one has become the hunted one as Voldemort's followers look for Harry with orders to bring him to the Dark Lord alive.
| Alice in Wonderland |
| Director: Tim Burton |
| Lead Roles: Johnny Depp as Mad Hatter, Alan Rickman as Blue Caterpillar |
| Initial Theatrical Release: March 4, 2010 (Wide) (New Zealand) |
| Keywords: 3-D, Arranged Marriage, Talking Animals, Dragon, Animal Lead, Same Actor, Multiple Roles, Non-Chronological, Sibling Rivalry, Twins, Hallucinations, IMAX: DMR, Live Action Cartoon, Motion Capture Performance, 3-D - Post-production Conversion, Family Adventure |
| Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Adventure, Animation/Live Action, Fantasy |
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Domestic BO: $334,191,110 |
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International BO: $691,300,000 |
| Shrek Forever After |
| Director: Mike Mitchell |
| Lead Roles: Mike Myers as Shrek, Eddie Murphy as Donkey, Cameron Diaz as Princess Fiona, Antonio Banderas as Puss-in-Boots |
| Initial Theatrical Release: May 21, 2010 (Wide) by Paramount Pictures |
| Keywords: 3-D, IMAX: DMR, Alternative Dimensions / Parallel universe, Mid-Life Crisis, Talking Animals, Dragon, 3-D - Shot in 3-D, Family Adventure |
| Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Adventure, Digital Animation, Kids Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $238,736,787 |
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International BO: $517,507,886 |
| Tangled |
| Director: Nathan Greno, Byron Howard |
| Lead Roles: Zachary Levi as Flynn Rider, Mandy Moore as Rapunzel |
| Initial Theatrical Release: November 24, 2010 (Wide) by Walt Disney |
| Keywords: Prince/Princess, Escape, Heist, Voiceover/Narration, 3-D, Kidnap, Animal Lead, Dysfunctional Family, Romance, Orphan, Coming of Age, Prologue, Royalty, Road Trip, IMAX: DMR, Development Hell, 3-D - Shot in 3-D, Family Adventure |
| Classification: Based on Folk Tale/Legend/Fairytale, Adventure, Digital Animation, Kids Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $200,821,936 |
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International BO: $381,618,215 |
Synopsis
Fugitive bandit, Flynn Ryder, hides out in a mysterious tower and is taken hostage by Rapunzel. Locked in the tower with 70 feet of hair, Rapunzel strikes a deal with Flynn to gain her freedom. The pair set out on an adventure with the King's guards in hot pursuit.
| Tron: Legacy |
| Director: Joseph Kosinski |
| Lead Roles: Jeff Bridges as Kevin Flynn/Clu, Garrett Hedlund as Sam Flynn, Olivia Wilde as Quorra, Bruce Boxleitner as Alan Bradley/Tron, James Frain as Jarvis, Michael Sheen as Castor/Zuse |
| Initial Theatrical Release: December 17, 2010 (Wide) by Walt Disney |
| Keywords: 3-D, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, Visual Effects, Rescue, Same Actor, Multiple Roles, Prologue, Delayed Adulthood, Delayed Sequel, Voiceover/Narration, Surprise Twist, IMAX: DMR, Motion Capture Performance, 3-D - Shot in 3-D, Action Adventure |
| Classification: Original Screenplay, Adventure, Live Action, Science Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $172,062,763 |
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International BO: $227,803,436 |
Synopsis
In 1989, Kevin Flynn, an innovative software engineer and the CEO of ENCOM International, disappears. Twenty years later, his son, Sam, is visited by Kevin's friend and ENCOM executive Alan Bradley, who urges Sam to investigate a mysterious page from Flynn's old arcade that may lead to information regarding Kevin's whereabouts. While exploring the arcade, Sam discovers a concealed computer laboratory and unintentionally transports himself to The Grid, where he finds an evil digital reprentation of his long lost father, named Chu. Now Sam must defeat Chu to save himself and his real father.
| Iron Man 2 |
| Director: Jon Favreau |
| Lead Roles: Robert Downey, Jr. as Tony Stark, Gwyneth Paltrow as Pepper Potts, Don Cheadle as Lt. Col. James "Rhodey" Rhodes , Scarlett Johansson as Natalie Rushman/Natasha Romanoff, Mickey Rourke as Ivan Vanko |
| Initial Theatrical Release: May 7, 2010 (Wide) by Paramount Pictures |
| Keywords: Marvel Comics, Inventor, Revenge, Cold War, IMAX: DMR, Sequel With Lead Character Recast, Voiceover/Narration, Intertitle, Moscow, Gratuitous Cameos, Scene in End Credits, Adult Child Dealing with the Death of a Parent, Falsely Accused, Medical and Hospitals, Terminal Illness, Archival Footage of Previous Installment, Washington, D.C., Set in Monaco, Auto Racing, Professional Rivalry, Robot, Motion Capture Performance |
| Classification: Based on Comic/Graphic Novel, Action, Live Action, Super Hero |
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Domestic BO: $312,433,331 |
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International BO: $308,723,058 |
Synopsis
With the world now aware that he is Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark faces pressure from all sides to share his technology with the military. He is reluctant to divulge the secrets of his armored suit, fearing the information will fall into the wrong hands. With Pepper Potts and “Rhodey” Rhodes by his side, Tony must forge new alliances and confront a powerful new enemy.
| Toy Story 3 |
| Director: Lee Unkrich |
| Lead Roles: Tom Hanks as Woody, Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear |
| Initial Theatrical Release: June 18, 2010 (Wide) by Walt Disney |
| Keywords: Family Movie, 3-D, IMAX: DMR, 2011 Oscars Best Picture Nominee, Living Toys, 3-D - Shot in 3-D, Filmed in Pixar Animation Studios, Emeryville, CA, Filmed in Emeryville, CA, Filmed in California, United States, Filmed in United States, Filmed in Alameda County, CA, Family Adventure |
| Classification: Original Screenplay, Adventure, Digital Animation, Kids Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $415,004,880 |
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International BO: $653,874,642 |
Synopsis
As Andy prepares to depart for college, his loyal toys find themselves in... day care! But the untamed tots with their sticky little fingers do not play nice, so it's all for one and one for all as plans for the great escape get underway. More than a few new faces -- some plastic, some plush -- join the adventure, including iconic swinging bachelor and Barbie's counterpart, Ken; a lederhosen-wearing thespian hedgehog named Mr. Pricklepants; and a pink, strawberry-scented teddy bear called Lots-o'- Huggin' Bear.
| Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief |
| Director: Chris Columbus |
| Lead Roles: Logan Lerman as Percy Jackson |
| Initial Theatrical Release: February 12, 2010 (Wide) by 20th Century Fox |
| Keywords: Family Adventure, Ensemble, Gods and Goddesses, Young Child Dealing with the Death of a Parent, Set in New York City, Set in New York |
| Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Adventure, Live Action, Fantasy |
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Domestic BO: $88,768,303 |
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International BO: $134,282,571 |
| Grown Ups |
| Director: Dennis Dugan |
| Lead Roles: Adam Sandler as Lenny Feder, Kevin James as Eric Lamonsoff, Chris Rock as Kurt McKenzie , David Spade as Marcus Higgins, Rob Schneider as Rob Hilliard |
| Initial Theatrical Release: June 25, 2010 (Wide) by Sony Pictures |
| Classification: Original Screenplay, Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $162,001,186 |
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International BO: $110,221,234 |
Synopsis
Five men who were best friends when they were young kids and now are getting together for the Fourth of July weekend to meet each others' families for the first time. Picking up where they left off, they discover why growing older doesn't mean growing up.
| The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader |
| Director: Michael Apted |
| Lead Roles: Georgie Henley as Lucy Pevensie, Skandar Keynes as Edmund Pevensie, Benjamin Barnes as Prince Caspian, Will Poulter as Eustace Scrubb, Liam Neeson as Aslan, Simon Pegg as Reepicheep, Tilda Swinton as Jadis, the White Witch |
| Initial Theatrical Release: December 10, 2010 (Wide) by 20th Century Fox |
| Keywords: 3-D, Prince/Princess, Dragon, Rescue, Talking Animals, Sword and Sandal, Gratuitous Cameos, Coming of Age, Dysfunctional Family, Voiceover/Narration, 3-D - Post-production Conversion, Family Adventure |
| Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Adventure, Animation/Live Action, Fantasy |
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Domestic BO: $104,386,950 |
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International BO: $313,800,000 |
Synopsis
Edmund and Lucy Pevensie, along with their cousin Eustace and their royal friend King Caspian, find themselves swallowed into a painting and on to the Narnian ship, the Dawn Treader. As they embark on an adventure of destiny and discovery, they confront obstacles beyond imagination.
| Megamind |
| Director: Tom McGrath |
| Lead Roles: Will Ferrell as Megamind |
| Initial Theatrical Release: November 5, 2010 (Wide) by Paramount Pictures, released as MegaMind |
| Keywords: Villain's Point of View, Spoof, Friendly Alien on Earth, Talking Animals, Surprise Twist, 3-D, IMAX: DMR, 3-D - Shot in 3-D, Family Adventure |
| Classification: Original Screenplay, Adventure, Digital Animation, Kids Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $148,415,853 |
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International BO: $173,471,355 |
Synopsis
Though he is the most-brilliant supervillain the world has known, Megamind is the least-successful. Thwarted time and again by heroic Metro Man, Megamind is more surprised than anyone when he actually manages to defeat his longtime enemy. But without Metro Man, Megamind has no purpose in life, so he creates a new opponent, who quickly decides that it’s more fun to be a bad guy than a hero.
| Clash of the Titans |
| Director: Louis Leterrier |
| Lead Roles: Sam Worthington as Perseus |
| Initial Theatrical Release: April 1, 2010 (Wide) by Warner Bros. |
| Keywords: 3-D, Remake, Gods and Goddesses, Monster, Visual Effects, Sword and Sandal, 3-D - Post-production Conversion |
| Classification: Remake, Action, Live Action, Fantasy |
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Domestic BO: $163,214,888 |
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International BO: $330,000,000 |
| The Twilight Saga: Eclipse |
| Director: David Slade |
| Lead Roles: Kristen Stewart as Isabella Swan, Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen, Taylor Lautner as Jacob Black |
| Initial Theatrical Release: June 30, 2010 (Wide) by Summit Entertainment |
| Keywords: Vampire, Romance, Graduation, Love Triangle, Voiceover/Narration, Sequel With Lead Character Recast, IMAX: DMR, Romantic Drama, Young Adult Book Adaptation |
| Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Drama, Live Action, Fantasy |
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Domestic BO: $300,531,751 |
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International BO: $405,571,077 |
Synopsis
Bella once again finds herself surrounded by danger as Seattle is ravaged by a string of mysterious killings and a malicious vampire continues her quest for revenge. In the midst of it all, she is forced to choose between her love for Edward and her friendship with Jacob— knowing that her decision has the potential to ignite the struggle between vampire and werewolf. With her graduation quickly approaching, Bella is confronted with the most important decision of her life.
| Scott Pilgrim vs. The World |
| Director: Edgar Wright |
| Lead Roles: Michael Cera as Scott Pilgrim |
| Initial Theatrical Release: August 12, 2010 (Wide) by Paramount Pictures (New Zealand) |
| Keywords: Video Game, Musicians, Independent/Other Comics, Relationships Gone Wrong, Music Industry, Martial Arts, Visual Effects, Action Comedy |
| Classification: Based on Comic/Graphic Novel, Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $32,951,310 |
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International BO: $16,294,532 |
Synopsis
Meet charming and jobless Scott Pilgrim. A bass guitarist for garage band Sex Bob-omb, the 22-year-old has just met the girl of his dreams… literally. The only catch to winning Ramona Flowers? Her seven evil exes are coming to kill him. Scott Pilgrim has never had a problem getting a girlfriend. It’s getting rid of them that proves difficult. From the girl who kicked his heart’s ass—and now is back in town—to the teenage distraction he’s trying to shake when Ramona rollerblades into his world, love hasn’t been easy. He soon discovers, however, his new crush has the most unusual baggage of all: a nefarious league of exes controls her love life and will do whatever it takes to eliminate him as a suitor. As Scott gets closer to Ramona, he must face an increasingly vicious rogues’ gallery from her past—from infamous skateboarders to vegan rock stars and fearsome identical twins. And if he hopes to win his true love, he must vanquish them all before it really is game over.
| Little Fockers |
| Director: Paul Weitz |
| Lead Roles: Robert De Niro as Jack Byrnes, Ben Stiller as Greg Focker, Owen Wilson as Kevin Rawley, Blythe Danner as Dina Byrnes, Teri Polo as Pam Byrnes, Jessica Alba as Andi, Dustin Hoffman as Bernard "Bernie" Focker, Barbra Streisand as Rosalind "Roz" Focker |
| Initial Theatrical Release: December 22, 2010 (Wide) by Universal |
| Keywords: Dysfunctional Family, Twins, Mid-Life Crisis, In-Laws / Future In-Laws |
| Classification: Original Screenplay, Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $148,438,600 |
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International BO: $162,211,974 |
Synopsis
It has taken 10 years, two little Fockers with wife Pam and countless hurdles for Greg to finally get "in" with his tightly wound father-in-law Jack. After the cash-strapped Dad takes a job moonlighting for a drug company, Jack's suspicions about his favorite male nurse come roaring back. When Greg and Pam's entire clan descends for the twins birthday party, Greg must prove to Jack that he is capable of being the man of the house.
| The Quickening |
| Director: Mark Piznarski |
| Keywords: TV Premiere |
| Classification: Original Screenplay, Drama, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
| The Sorcerer's Apprentice |
| Director: Jon Turteltaub |
| Lead Roles: Jay Baruchel as Dave Stutler, Nicolas Cage as Balthazar |
| Initial Theatrical Release: July 14, 2010 (Wide) by Walt Disney |
| Keywords: Family Adventure, Secret Magic, Live Action Cartoon, Scene in End Credits, Prologue, Set in New York City, Set in New York, Medieval, 2000s |
| Classification: Based on Short Film, Adventure, Animation/Live Action, Fantasy |
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Domestic BO: $63,150,991 |
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International BO: $154,835,329 |
Synopsis
Balthazar Blake is a master sorcerer in modern-day Manhattan trying to defend the city from his arch-nemesis, Maxim Horvath. Balthazar can't do it alone, so he recruits Dave Stutler, a seemingly average guy who demonstrates hidden potential, as his reluctant protege. The sorcerer gives his unwilling accomplice a crash course in the art and science of magic, and together, these unlikely partners work to stop the forces of darkness.
| Kick-Ass |
| Director: Matthew Vaughn |
| Lead Roles: Aaron Johnson as Dave Lizewski/Kick-Ass, Christopher Mintz-Plasse as Chris D'Amico/Red Mist, Chloë Grace Moretz as Mindy/Hit Girl, Nicolas Cage as Damon/Big Daddy |
| Initial Theatrical Release: April 16, 2010 (Wide) by Lionsgate |
| Keywords: Vigilante, Surprise Twist, Marvel Comics |
| Classification: Based on Comic/Graphic Novel, Black Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $48,071,303 |
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International BO: $49,459,831 |
| The Karate Kid |
| Director: Harald Zwart |
| Lead Roles: Jaden Smith as Dre Parker, Jackie Chan as Mr. Han |
| Initial Theatrical Release: June 11, 2010 (Wide) by Sony Pictures |
| Keywords: Martial Arts, New Guy/Girl in School, Culture Clash, Bullies, Romance, Tween, Sports Action |
| Classification: Remake, Action, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $176,591,618 |
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International BO: $175,183,320 |
| Predators |
| Director: Nimrod Antal |
| Lead Roles: Adrien Brody as Royce |
| Initial Theatrical Release: July 9, 2010 (Wide) by 20th Century Fox |
| Keywords: Serial Killer, Special Ops, Kidnap, Alien Abduction, Action Adventure |
| Classification: Original Screenplay, Action, Live Action, Science Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $52,000,688 |
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International BO: $75,233,701 |
Synopsis
Royce, a mercenary who reluctantly leads a group of elite warriors who come to realize they've been brought together on an alien planet... as prey. With the exception of a disgraced physician, they are all cold-blooded killers - mercenaries, Yakuza, convicts, death squad members - human "predators" that are now being systemically hunted and eliminated by a new breed of alien Predators.
| Buried |
| Director: Rodrigo Cortes |
| Lead Roles: Ryan Reynolds as Paul Conroy |
| Initial Theatrical Release: September 24, 2010 (Limited) by Lionsgate |
| Keywords: Rescue, Kidnap, Underground, Surprise Twist, One Location, Real Time, Buried Alive, Isolation Horror |
| Classification: Original Screenplay, Thriller/Suspense, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $1,044,143 |
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International BO: $20,226,147 |
Synopsis
Paul Conroy is not ready to die. But when he wakes up 6 feet underground with no idea of who put him there or why, life for the truck driver and family man instantly becomes a hellish struggle for survival. Buried with only a cell phone and a lighter, his contact with the outside world and ability to piece together clues that could help him discover his location are maddeningly limited. Poor reception, a rapidly draining battery, and a dwindling oxygen supply become his worst enemies in a tightly confined race against time -- fighting panic, despair and delirium, Paul has only 90 minutes to be rescued before his worst nightmare comes true.
| The Wolfman |
| Director: Joe Johnston |
| Lead Roles: Benicio del Toro as Lawrence Talbot, Anthony Hopkins as Sir John Talbot, Emily Blunt as Gwen Conliffe |
| Initial Theatrical Release: February 12, 2010 (Wide) by Universal, released as The Wolf Man |
| Keywords: Werewolf, Monster, Gothic Horror, 1890s |
| Classification: Remake, Horror, Live Action, Historical Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $62,189,884 |
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International BO: $80,444,474 |
Synopsis
A practical man returns to his homeland, is attacked by a creature of folklore, and infected with a horrific disease his disciplined mind tells him can not possibly exist.
| Machete |
| Director: Ethan Maniquis, Robert Rodriguez |
| Lead Roles: Danny Trejo as Machete |
| Initial Theatrical Release: September 3, 2010 (Wide) by 20th Century Fox |
| Keywords: Hitmen, Political, Revenge, Ensemble, Mexploitation, Organized Crime, Prologue, Twins, Immigration, Grindhouse, Based on a Fake Trailer, Killer Nuns, Action Thriller |
| Classification: Original Screenplay, Action, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $26,593,646 |
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International BO: $19,777,324 |
Synopsis
After a violent shakedown from a notorious drug lord nearly kills him, Machete, a renegade Mexican Federale and tough-as-nails vigilante for justice, roams the streets of Texas, working as a day laborer. When Machete is hired by a crooked US Senator to execute a covert hit, Machete is double-crossed and forced to run from the cops and an endless stream of assassins. But what they don't know is that Machete is looking for them so he can settle the score.
| A Nightmare on Elm Street |
| Director: Samuel Bayer |
| Lead Roles: Jackie Earle Haley as Freddy Krueger |
| Initial Theatrical Release: April 30, 2010 (Wide) by Warner Bros. |
| Keywords: Slasher Horror |
| Classification: Remake, Horror, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
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Domestic BO: $63,075,011 |
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International BO: $54,654,607 |