The December 2023 Box Office: A Recap of a Record-Breaking Month in Movies
A look back at the December 2023 box office, which saw a surge in theatrical releases, blockbuster successes, and new industry records.
A Record-Breaking Month
The December 2023 box office has proven to be a monumental success, marking a significant turnaround from the industry's recent slump.
Timothee Chalamet as Willy Looking Shocked with Candy in His Mouth in Wonka
The surge in theatrical releases, including popular blockbuster titles such as Wonka, Migration, and Godzilla Minus One, played a pivotal role in driving audiences back to the movies.
Cillian Murphy as J Robert Oppenheimer Smoking a Cigarette in Oppenheimer
The release of awards contenders like Poor Things, The Iron Claw, Ferrari, and The Color Purple further contributed to the momentum in the final month of the year.
Shug and Celie looking in a mirror together in The Color Purple 2023
Franchise Sequels and Blockbusters
The year 2023 witnessed a heavy slate of franchise sequels and blockbuster releases, with titles like Fast X, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 dominating the box office.
Star-Lord looking stoic in front of flames in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
The industry's eventful year, marked by prolonged strikes and industry-wide disruptions, culminated in a stacked December 2023 box office, setting the stage for a high note to end the year.
across the spiderverse
Box Office Standouts
Wonka's reclaim of the number one spot at the box office in the final 2023 weekend solidified its success, surpassing $142 million domestically and setting a course to hit $32 million over the New Year's holiday period.
TImothee Chalamet as Willy Emerging from a Doorway in Wonka
The United States domestic box office is poised to exceed $9 billion in total revenue, marking a massive improvement from the previous year and defying projections for 2024.
The Mallard family is standing in shock.
Godzilla Minus One's impressive performance as the highest-grossing Japanese Godzilla film, surpassing an $80 million box office worldwide, highlights its exceptional success relative to its modest budget.
Godzilla with Glowing Eyes in Godzilla Minus One
