Despite the arrival of three new films this weekend, none could dethrone Dog Man from its top position at the box office. Among the newcomers, <em>Becoming Led Zeppelin</em>, a compelling musical documentary, made its debut on a limited number of screens before a broader release slated for next weekend. This film garnered an impressive $2.5 million in its opening weekend, placing it as the eighth highest-grossing film. It outperformed fellow newcomers Love Hurts and Heart Eyes. Notably, Becoming Led Zeppelin achieved this box office total from just 369 screens, resulting in a remarkable per-theater average of nearly $7,000, surpassing all other films except for Parthenope, an A24 release that earned $31,000 from only 4 screens, equating to a $7,900 per-theater average.

While Becoming Led Zeppelin did not reach the same financial heights as its competitors, it also faced stiff competition from several long-standing films in theaters. For instance, Mufasa: The Lion King managed to secure $3.9 million during its eighth weekend in theaters, taking the #4 position right behind the aforementioned Dog Man, Heart Eyes, and Love Hurts. Other films that outperformed Becoming Led Zeppelin included Companion, a psychological horror thriller featuring Jack Quaid ($3 million), One of Them Days, a buddy comedy starring Keke Palmer and SZA ($3 million), and Flight Risk, an aviation thriller with Mark Wahlberg directed by Mel Gibson ($2.6 million). Additionally, Becoming Led Zeppelin surpassed Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which earned $1.7 million this weekend.

Becoming Led Zeppelin Faces Strong Competition Next Weekend with Major Releases

As Becoming Led Zeppelin gears up for a wider release into more theaters this weekend, it will encounter significant competition from Captain America: Brave New World, the highly anticipated first MCU movie of 2025. This blockbuster is set to dominate the box office as it debuts simultaneously. While Becoming Led Zeppelin may not compete directly in the superhero genre, its presence could divert some audience attention from Captain America?s larger opening. The documentary, penned by Allison McGourty and Bernard McMahon, showcases the legendary band Led Zeppelin and is also directed by McMahon himself, promising an engaging experience for fans and newcomers alike.

Currently, Becoming Led Zeppelin is available in select theaters and will expand its reach this weekend. For those interested in catching this fascinating documentary about one of rock?s most iconic bands, stay tuned to Collider for the latest box office updates and check below for ticket availability to find a screening near you.

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