DreamWorks' How to Train Your Dragon held onto its top spot at the U.S. box office this weekend, proving its staying power against new releases. Meanwhile, Pixar's Elio had a disappointing debut, marking one of the studio's weakest openings ever. Even zombie flick The First Omen couldn't shake things up—audiences clearly preferred dragons this time around.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about which movie won the weekend—it’s a snapshot of shifting audience tastes. Pixar, usually a powerhouse, is struggling to connect like it used to, while How to Train Your Dragon shows that nostalgia (and well-loved franchises) still pulls crowds. For Hollywood, it’s another reminder that big names don’t guarantee success anymore.