Avatar: Fire and Ash Dominates Box Office into 2026
Avatar: Fire and Ash remained at the top of the US box office for its third straight week, crossing the $1 billion mark worldwide as Hollywood ushered in 2026.
James Cameron's sci-fi epic continues to draw audiences, with no new wide releases challenging its position during the first weekend of the year[4][5].
The film's enduring appeal highlights ongoing momentum from 2025 releases into the new year.
Other Holdover Hits Fill Top Spots
The Housemaid secured second place with $14.9 million domestically, pushing its total past $75 million[4].
Marty Supreme followed in third at $12.6 million, while Anaconda rounded out the top five with $10 million[4].
- Wicked: For Good holds strong at ninth with $339.9 million cumulative.
- Five Nights at Freddy's 2 lingers in tenth.
These performances show sustained interest in recent blockbusters amid a quiet post-holiday period[4].
Upcoming Wide Releases Set for Friday
The first new wide releases of 2026 arrive this Friday, including Greenland 2: Migration starring Gerard Butler and Primate, an ape-centric horror film[4].
Analysts watch whether these entries can displace Avatar: Fire and Ash from its leading position[4].
LA Weekend Events Highlight Local Entertainment
In Los Angeles, music fans enjoyed Dirty Projectors kicking off a residency at Blue Note Jazz Club on January 3-4, blending indie rock with orchestral elements[3].
The original Star Wars trilogy screened as a triple feature at the Egyptian Theatre on January 3, offering a big-screen experience for fans[3].
- T.S.O.L. performed punk rock at the Regent Theater in Huntington Beach.
- Santa Monica Airport Antique Market and a free DJ night at Sid the Cat Auditorium drew crowds.
These events mark a vibrant start to local entertainment in Southern California[3].
Bridgerton Season 4 Nears Netflix Debut
Netflix's Bridgerton season 4 premieres its first part on January 29, with part two following on February 26[1][2].
The Regency-era drama remains a major draw for streaming audiences entering 2026[1][2].
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