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Spider-Man: Brand New Day held $15 M in sixth Weekend

The Odyssey earned over $11 M in its eighth Weekend while indie by Any Means opened with $5-6 M.

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The adventure film the Odyssey steadied at just over $11 M in its eighth Weekend, also reported on Sunday. Indie drama by Any Means opened modestly, earning between $5 M and $6 M in its Opening Weekend, according to the same Sunday data.

The $15 M figure placed Spider-Man among the week's higher-grossing titles. The amount topped fourteen million dollars, reflecting a robust turnout. The sixth-week total contributed to the film's cumulative Box-Office strength.

The Odyssey's earnings of just over $11 M kept the title steady in its eighth Weekend The figure remained above the ten-million-dollar threshold, confirming ongoing viewer interest. The performance maintained the film's position in the mid-range Box-Office tier.

By Any Means opened with a total between $5 M and $6 M. The modest debut placed the independent film within the expected Opening bracket.

Analysis

Spider-Man's continued strong earnings suggest the franchise retains broad audience appeal even deep into its run, providing studios with reliable revenue streams during a competitive autumn season.

The Odyssey's steady $11 M showing indicates that adventure epics can maintain audience interest beyond their Opening weeks, likely benefiting from word-of-mouth and repeat viewings. However, staying just above the ten-million mark also shows the film is vulnerable to any major New releases that could draw viewers away.

The result demonstrates a respectable entry point, but the film's longer-term success will hinge on critical reception and the ability to sustain attendance in subsequent weeks.

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"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" 6th Weekend Box Office: 15m+, 94% settles Sunday, 6 September 2026 · polymarket · see the market
"The Odyssey" 8th Weekend Box Office: 11m+, 95% settles Sunday, 6 September 2026 · polymarket · see the market
"By Any Means" Opening Weekend Box Office: 5-6m, 31% settles Sunday, 6 September 2026 · polymarket · see the market
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