Two blockbusters are locked in a fierce competition for box office supremacy this Mother’s Day weekend, with Mortal Kombat II narrowly edging out its rival on Friday.
The action sequel from Warner Bros. and New Line claimed the top spot with a robust $17 million opening day, including $5.2 million from preview and IMAX screenings. Industry projections suggest the video game adaptation could rake in $40-41 million domestically over the three-day weekend.
Meanwhile, The Devil Wears Prada 2 held its ground in its second week, earning $9.8 million on Friday. Despite dropping from last week’s blockbuster $76 million debut, the fashion drama is tracking nearly neck-and-neck with its competitor, with both films potentially landing in the $40-42 million range.
The tight race underscores strong demand for both action and character-driven storytelling. Mortal Kombat II’s appeal to gamers—amplified by its 3,500-theater rollout and R-rating—has exceeded early expectations of $35 million. The Prada sequel, meanwhile, continues to draw on nostalgia and adult audiences, demonstrating impressive staying power with only a modest 45% drop from its opening.
Analysts predict the final tally could shift based on Sunday family attendance. If Mortal Kombat II performs as expected, it could push into the mid-$40s domestically while eyeing $70-80 million worldwide. The Devil Wears Prada 2, with its current momentum, appears headed toward crossing $140 million domestically in the coming weeks.
