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December 25-27, 2009: Sherlock Holmes vs. Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel
Over Christmas weekend in 2009, Sherlock Holmes opened to an excellent $62.3 million, while Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel grossed $48.9 million ($75.6 million five-day total). First place, however, went to Avatar, which added an astounding $75.6 million in its second outing on its way to a record-breaking $760.5 million total. Overall, the top 12 movies earned $259.9 million this weekend, which made it the highest-grossing weekend in history.
Over Christmas weekend in 2009, Sherlock Holmes opened to an excellent $62.3 million, while Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel grossed $48.9 million ($75.6 million five-day total). First place, however, went to Avatar, which added an astounding $75.6 million in its second outing on its way to a record-breaking $760.5 million total. Overall, the top 12 movies earned $259.9 million this weekend, which made it the highest-grossing weekend in history.
PeopleJude Law, Robert Downey Jr.
TitlesSherlock Holmes