In a thrilling sprint to the finish line, \"F1: The Movie,\" featuring Brad Pitt and helmed by director Joseph Kosinski, has claimed a decisive victory at the box office, raking in an impressive $144 million globally during its debut weekend. This cinematic spectacle, immersed in the high-stakes world of Formula 1 racing, outmaneuvered a diverse field of contenders. Its formidable performance overshadowed the continued success of the animated hit \"How to Train Your Dragon\" and the horror sequel \"28 Years Later.\" The film's early triumph is a testament to its compelling narrative and star power, positioning it as a major force in the current cinematic landscape.

The highly anticipated racing drama, a collaboration between acclaimed actor Brad Pitt and visionary director Joseph Kosinski, known for his work on \"Top Gun: Maverick,\" ignited the global box office, surpassing all expectations. With a domestic gross of $55.6 million and a worldwide tally reaching $144 million, the film's instant success was undeniable. It tells the story of a seasoned former professional racer, spurred by his teammate, to re-enter the competitive world of Formula 1 and prove his enduring skill. This compelling narrative, combined with Kosinski's directorial prowess, created a compelling cinematic experience that resonated deeply with audiences.

\"How to Train Your Dragon,\" a live-action adaptation directed by Dean DeBlois, had previously dominated the box office for two consecutive weeks since its mid-June release. It boasted a global premiere of $197.8 million and maintained a strong winning streak. However, this weekend, it ceded the top position to \"F1: The Movie,\" falling to second place despite adding another $19.4 million domestically, bringing its total domestic gross to $200 million, and a global total of $454.4 million. The animated contender's strong showing further underscores the competitive nature of the summer movie season.

Meanwhile, the cybernetic horror sequel \"MEGAN 2.0,\" a Blumhouse production directed by Gerard Johnstone and starring Allison Williams, secured the fourth spot in the domestic race with a $10.2 million haul. Globally, it ranked seventh, earning $17.1 million. Despite these figures, the film is well on track to exceed its estimated production budget of $25 million, demonstrating the financial viability of well-received genre films. Pixar's latest offering, \"Elio,\" also saw significant returns, earning $10.7 million in its second week for a total domestic gross of $42.2 million, and a global sum of $72.3 million. While $70 million is a substantial figure, it falls short of Pixar's typical blockbusters, with a budget estimated around $150 million. For comparison, \"Inside Out 2\" had already grossed $724 million globally by this point in its release last year.

Other notable films that continue to perform well on the domestic charts include \"Lilo & Stitch\" and \"Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning.\" Both films, now in their sixth week of release, have crossed impressive milestones, with \"Lilo & Stitch\" surpassing $400 million and \"Mission: Impossible\" crossing the $185 million mark. \"Materialists,\" Celine Song's unique romantic drama, has maintained its appeal, holding strong at No. 8 with a $3 million take in its third week. Globally, \"28 Years Later,\" the third installment in the horror franchise, added another $23.4 million, bringing its two-week gross to $103 million. Furthermore, \"Detective Conan: One-Eyed Flashback,\" the 28th entry in the Japanese anime series, pulled in an additional $23.2 million from only three markets after an impressive 11-week theatrical run.

Looking ahead, \"F1: The Movie\" is set to face a new challenge next week with the release of \"Jurassic World: Rebirth.\" This latest installment in the iconic dinosaur franchise features an all-star cast including Scarlett Johansson, Jonathan Bailey, Mahershala Ali, and Rupert Friend. It marks a fresh chapter for the series, being the first \"Jurassic\" film since 2015 not to star Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard. Director Gareth Edwards has hinted that \"Rebirth\" signifies \"the beginning of a brand-new chapter in this franchise\" and described it as \"a giant love letter to Steven Spielberg and his earlier films,\" setting high expectations for its upcoming debut.