“Oz the Great and Powerful” is living up to its name.
Walt Disney’s 3-D blockbuster led all films for the second week in a row, taking in $42.2 million, according to studio estimates yesterday.
Sam Raimi’s prequel to 1939’s “The Wizard of Oz” also took in $46.6 million overseas, leading to a two-week worldwide total of $281.8 million.
In the No. 2 spot, the Halle Berry thriller “The Call” far exceeded expectations, with a $17.1 million opening. The magician comedy “The Incredible Burt Wonderstone” fared worse, opening with $10.3 million for third place.