"Minions & Monsters" Leads July 4th Weekend Box Office with Estimated $64.5 Million Five-Day Opening

Universal and Illumination's "Minions & Monsters" is projected to be the top film at the domestic box office for the extended Independence Day weekend, with early estimates pointing to a $64.5 million five-day opening. This performance, while below previous "Despicable Me" franchise entries, secures the No. 1 spot and highlights the continued appeal of the Minions brand to family audiences. Disney and Pixar's "Toy Story 5" is expected to take second place.