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Toy Story 5 Shatters Records, Boosts Summer Box Office Amidst Horror Hit Success

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Pixar's "Toy Story 5" has achieved a massive opening weekend, grossing $312 million worldwide and setting a new franchise record. The film's success, despite some initial controversy over reviving the series, has significantly boosted Hollywood's summer box office, which is now up 15% compared to last year. Meanwhile, the microbudget horror film "Obsession" continues its strong performance, nearing its opening weekend gross in its sixth week and contributing to the overall box office recovery. AI

RANK_REASON Major film release with significant box office performance and industry impact. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Toy Story 5 Shatters Records, Boosts Summer Box Office Amidst Horror Hit Success

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Jake Coyle, The Associated Press ·

    A $1 million horror film and a 30-year-old franchise are saving Hollywood’s summer

    "Toy Story 5" easily set a franchise record as its $160 million domestic haul marked the biggest opening weekend of 2026.

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