October's Box Office Figures the Worst in a Decade | THR News

October's Box Office Figures the Worst in a Decade | THR News

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The transcript discusses the box office performance in October, highlighting a significant decline in revenue compared to September, which saw a boost from the film adaptation of Stephen King's 'It'. October's ticket sales were the lowest in a decade, with films like 'Suburbicon' and 'Thank You for Your Service' underperforming. The lack of a major blockbuster release contributed to the slump, contrasting with past successes like 'Gravity' and 'The Martian'. Despite the downturn, analysts remain optimistic about upcoming releases such as 'Thor: Ragnarok' and 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi'.

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What percentage of fourth quarter domestic revenue does October typically account for?

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Which films were mentioned as upcoming releases in October?

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