LOS ANGELES—Michael Myers and “Halloween” staged a comeback at the box office over the weekend, collecting $77.5 million in a debut that brings the 40-year-old horror franchise back from the dead. “Halloween” nearly bested an October opening record set only two weeks ago by “Venom,” which grossed $80 million. The two hits, along with the strong showing of “A Star Is Born,” have contributed to an unusually healthy month for exhibitors and studios.

Source: Wall Street Journal October 21, 2018 17:15 UTC