Wildwood North America Box Office: Laika’s Critically Acclaimed Film Is On Track To Earn $1M In Previews, Eyes Double-Digit Opening

Wildwood is the latest film by Laika Studios, which is receiving high praise from critics and audiences. It is eyeing a modest number from the Thursday previews at the North American box office, with hopes of a double-digit collection in its opening weekend. However, the film is not expected to open at #1 in the domestic box office rankings. Keep scrolling for the deets.

The highly rated film is expected to be the dark horse of this season. With the exceptional ratings, the stop-motion animation is expected to leave a mark at the box office. Also, there are no animated films currently running in cinemas; therefore, it will benefit further financially.

Wildwood at the North American box office

According to Deadline‘s report, Travis Knight-helmed Wildwood is eyeing an estimated $1 million at the North American box office from the Thursday previews. It will be a decent start at the domestic box office. The stop-motion animation is expected to be one of the most successful animated movies of the year.

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How much is it expected to earn on its opening weekend at the North American box office?

It is expected to turn the single-digit preview collection into double digits in the opening weekend at the North American box office. The animated feature is tracking to earn between $12 million and $15 million in its opening weekend at the domestic box office. With that number, it will not be at the top, but it will surely grab a spot in the top 5 of the domestic rankings.

What is the film about?

The film follows a teenage girl named Prue and her classmate Curtis as they venture into an enchanted forest to rescue her kidnapped infant brother, Mac. Their search leads them to a mysterious manor, where they encounter Alexandra, a woman haunted by the tragic loss of her son, who warns them of an impending war.

The film began development in 2011 and was finally released in 2026. Wildwood was released on October 23. 

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