The box office has been booming in 2026, with five blockbuster hits making over $1 billion. Mark Strassmann has more details from Los Angeles.
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Hollywood makes dazzling comeback with $5 billion blockbusters this year
The box office has been booming in 2026, with five blockbuster hits making over $1 billion. Mark Strassmann has more details from Los Angeles.
Published August 17, 2026, 1:10 AM
Updated August 17, 2026, 1:23 AM3.2K
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