Welcome back to the Weekend POURcast, your boozy guide to the box office.
Every Friday morning, we serve up what’s new in theaters and on streaming (movies only, of course!), that you can see with our cocktail suggestions to match the mood. Whether you’re catching the latest blockbuster on the big screen or mixing a drink for a night on the couch, we’re here to help you turn your weekend watchlist into a cinematic experience. Let’s pour it up.
Last Weekend in Review
Over the October 17th–19th weekend, audiences showed up for varied fare: thrillers and character‑driven stories did well, though nothing blockbuster‑level grabbed all the attention. The mix of genres keeps film‑going alive: people still want something unique, gripping, not just another listing. Theaters remain relevant when the content feels event‑worthy. Streaming continues to fill the rest of the calendar.
New in Theaters (Oct 24–26)
Here are some of the key movie that are opening this Friday:
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Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere – A new musical biopic‑drama about Bruce Springsteen’s creation of Nebraska, starring Jeremy Allen White and Jeremy Strong.
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If I Had Legs I’d Kick You – A gritty drama about a mom navigating illness, missing persons, and relationships.
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A House of Dynamite – Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, starring Idris Elba and Rebecca Ferguson; a high‑stakes political thriller about a mistakenly fired nuclear missile. (in select theaters and coming to Netflix this weekend)
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Bugonia – From Yorgos Lanthimos, starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons; a wild conspiracy thriller about two conspiracy theorists who kidnap a CEO, thinking she’s an alien.
New on Streaming / Movie‑Related Releases
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Weapons arrives on HBO Max starting October 24. It’s the horror hit that grossed major numbers theatrically.
- A House of Dynamite – Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, starring Idris Elba and Rebecca Ferguson; a high‑stakes political thriller about a mistakenly fired nuclear missile. (in select theaters and coming to Netflix this weekend)
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Other streaming drops for the timeframe are limited in our “movies only” filter, so we’ll keep an eye out and update if more titles emerge.
Box Office Prognostications (Oct 24th – 26th)
| Rank | Title | Projected Weekend Gross |
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| 1️⃣ | A House of Dynamite | $18M–$24M – Big director + star names + political thriller interest |
| 2️⃣ | Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere | $10M–$14M – Music biopic draws across demographics |
| 3️⃣ | Bugonia | $4M–$7M – Cult director + Emma Stone = niche but strong |
| 4️⃣ | If I Had Legs I’d Kick You | $2M–$4M – Smaller drama, limited release potential |
| 5️⃣ | Weapons (Streaming bump) | Streaming & VOD impact – Not theatrical box office, but big at home |
Final Pour
This weekend brings music, politics, drama, and weirdness to the big screen—and a horror home release to stir things up. Whether you want something cerebral, emotional, or bizarre, there’s a film and a drink that fits your mood. Mix smart, watch well, and we’ll meet you back here next Thursday with fresh picks and fresh pours. Cheers to the last quarter of cinema season!
