'Megamind' is big winner at box office
LOS ANGELES — Will Ferrell’s dastardly schemes continue to succeed, with the animated “Megamind” staying at the top of the box office.
The DreamWorks Animation 3-D comedy, featuring Ferrell as the voice of a super villain, made just over $30 million in its second week in theaters. It’s now made nearly $90 million total. “Megamind” also features the voices of Brad Pitt, Tina Fey and Jonah Hill.
Opening in second place was the 20th Century Fox thriller “Unstoppable,” starring Denzel Washington and Chris Pine as railroad workers trying to stop a massive runaway train.
The movie is based on a 2001 Ohio incident in which a train carrying hazardous cargo traveled 66 miles without a crew.
Anne Globe of DreamWorks Animation, said positive word of mouth helped “Megamind” stay on top.
But “Megamind” is the rare family movie in theaters these days, which also helps, said Hollywood.com analyst Paul Dergarabedian. Next week, the feverishly anticipated first half of the “Harry Potter” finale, “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1,” debuts.
Estimated sales were:
1. “Megamind,” $30 million.
2. “Unstoppable,” $23.5 million.
3. “Due Date,” $15.5 million.
4. “Skyline,” 11.7 million.
5. “Morning Glory,” $9.6 million.
6. “For Colored Girls,” $6.75 million.
7. “Red,” $5.1 million.
8. “Paranormal Activity 2,” $3 million.
9. “Saw 3-D,” $2.75 million.
10. “Jackass 3-D,” $2.3 million.
