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New Moon Breaks Opening Day Record

'Twilight' sequel earns $72.7 million, beating 'Dark Knight'

By John Johnson,  Newser Staff

Posted Nov 21, 2009 2:09 PM CST

(Newser) – The Twilight sequel raked in $72.7 million yesterday, making it biggest opening day ever. New Moon earned $26 million in midnight showings alone, helping it trump the previous record of $67.2 million earned by Dark Knight. The feat is all the more remarkable because it's outside the usual summer blockbuster season, notes Variety. The movie has a chance to bust the record for biggest opening weekend: $158 million, set by Dark Knight.

Moviegoers wait in line for the movie in Los Angeles.
Moviegoers wait in line for the movie in Los Angeles.   (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
Moviegoers wait in line for New Moon in Los Angeles.
Moviegoers wait in line for "New Moon" in Los Angeles.   (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
Moviegoers wait in line for the movie in Los Angeles.
Moviegoers wait in line for the movie in Los Angeles.   (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
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COMMENTS
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orchide87
Nov 22, 2009 12:33 PM CST
as a major harry potter fan/geek...im jealous!
Robert_Dada
Nov 22, 2009 7:21 AM CST
Popularity does not equate to quality.
gonzo1390
Nov 22, 2009 5:56 AM CST
Very well said cochise. I don't see how these Twihards can get their panties all in a bunch for a little criticism, especially when you look at this franchise for what it really is...

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