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In blow to DC Studios, 'Supergirl' is no match for 'Toy Story 5' at box office
By Jake Coyle, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 28, 2026
· 4 min read
In a setback for Warner Bros.′ revamped DC movie operations, “Supergirl” was absolutely no match for “Toy Story 5” at the box office, opening a distant second to the Pixar blockbuster. After a near-record debut for an animated movie, “Toy Story 5” remained No. 1 at the box office with $70 million...
Key takeaway ′ revamped DC movie operations, “Supergirl” was absolutely no match for “Toy Story 5” at the box office, opening a distant second to the Pixar blockbuster.
Why this matters in Tomball News
For Tomball residents who frequent the local cinemas, the box office performance of "Supergirl" may indicate a shift in the types of movies that are drawing large audiences. The fact that "Toy Story 5" outsold "Supergirl" by a significant margin suggests that family-friendly animated films may be more appealing to local moviegoers. This trend could influence the types of movies that are shown at Tomball theaters, potentially leading to more screenings of animated films and fewer showings of superhero movies. Additionally, the decline of the superhero genre at the box office may impact the local economy, as fewer people may be visiting theaters and spending money on concessions and other items. As the movie industry continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how Tomball's theaters adapt to changing audience preferences and whether they can find ways to attract viewers who are no longer interested in traditional superhero films.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? In a setback for Warner Bros.′ revamped DC movie operations, “Supergirl” was absolutely no match for “Toy Story 5” at the box office, opening a distant second to the Pixar blockbuster. After a near-record debut for an animated movie, “Toy Story 5” remained No. 1 at the box office with $70 million...
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