With Aladdin overperforming during its wide release this weekend, hype is already building up for the next modern Disney remake. The Lion King, which opens July 19th, is projected to have one of the biggest opening weekends of all time once it hits theaters.
According to Box Office Pro, an independent box office tracking site, The Lion King is expected to debut anywhere between $180-230 million during its first three days, with the most realistic outcome being around $200 million. At the high end, a opening of $230 million would put the adaptation at the fourth highest domestic opening ever, sandwiched between Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
An opening of this nature would also give the film the highest animated opening ever.
Ultimately, we will find out the outcome when The Lion King hits theaters July 19th.
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