"Minions & Monsters" Opening Weekend Box Office

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Market context

The real-world event is the domestic five-day opening weekend gross (July 1–5) of Illumination’s animated sequel *Minions & Monsters*, with the market resolving to the higher bracket if the final figure lands between two ranges. Current crowd-implied probability sits at 87% YES, reflecting strong consensus that the film will hit the upper end of its projected range, though early Wednesday–Thursday numbers suggest a softer launch than typical for the franchise. Historically, animated sequels in the July 4th window have shown dramatic Friday–Sunday rebounds; *Shrek 2* earned just $11 million on its first Wednesday but surged to a $114 million five-day total, while *Minions: The Rise of Gru* scored the biggest July 4th opening ever with $202 million globally [1][8]. By contrast, *Minions & Monsters* has posted $14.23 million on Wednesday and $10.8 million on Thursday, hinting at a potential $65 million holiday launch—lower than hoped but still within the $68–87 million Box Office Theory forecast range [1][2].

Traders should watch the Friday–Sunday box office surge, as the film’s trajectory hinges on whether it can replicate the *Shrek 2* rebound pattern or if the softer midweek momentum will cap the total. The studio is tracking $95 million for the five-day period, but exhibitors and competing studios vary widely, with estimates spanning $60 million to $90 million [2][4]. A key catalyst is the Independence Day holiday crowd, which typically boosts family-oriented films, though competition from *Toy Story 5* and the projected drop of *Supergirl* may influence attendance [2][4]. Recent reporting from Deadline confirms the $14 million+ first-day figure and notes the absence of previews, which could limit early momentum [3]. If the film fails to rebound sharply, the 87% YES probability may be overvalued, offering a contrarian angle for those betting on the lower end of the range. The settlement window closes on 6 July 2026, once the five-day figures are final and no longer studio estimates [1].

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Methodology

This page reviews "Minions & Monsters" Opening Weekend Box Office across five venues. The live probability is the Polymarket mid-price, sourced directly from the on-chain Polygon order book; the comparison columns benchmark each venue on fee structure, KYC, settlement currency and payment rails. Every CTA routes to Who Will Win 2026, which mirrors the Polymarket order book at 0% fees.

Resolution & payout

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FAQ

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How does resolution work?

Through the UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon: a proposer submits the outcome, a two-hour challenge window opens, and USDC payouts settle automatically once the result is final.

What's the difference between YES and NO shares?

A YES share pays $1.00 if the event happens, $0 otherwise. A NO share pays $1.00 if the event doesn't happen. The market price between 0¢ and 100¢ is the implied probability.

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