The film "Wonka" topped the final domestic weekend box office of 2023 with a remarkable $23.9 million in ticket sales, rounding off its third week. It's forecasted to accumulate over $142.4 million across North America. Globally, "Wonka" has surpassed $379 million. Trailing behind it is "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" which earned $19.5 million, witnessing a modest 33% decline from its opening weekend, and is predicted to hit $84.6 million by January 1. It has garnered $251.4 million worldwide. Other notable performances were "Migration," "The Color Purple," and "Anyone But You," rounding out the top five spots at the box office.

As the year wraps up, audiences and industry watchers are now shifting their focus to the highly-anticipated 2024 slate, which includes major releases like "Deadpool 3," "Joker: Folie à Deux," and "Dune: Part Two." Looking back at 2023, the cinematic landscape was vibrant, and it's advisable to check out the year's best and worst-reviewed films to recap.

What were the top-grossing movies of 2023?

"Wonka" and "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom" were among the top-grossing movies of 2023, with impressive performances at the domestic and international box offices. Other significant earners included "Migration," "The Color Purple," and "Anyone But You."

"Wonka" is a continuation of the beloved Willy Wonka story, inspired by the characters created by Roald Dahl. The character was first introduced to audiences in the book "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and is known for his whimsical and mysterious chocolate factory. Previous adaptations include the 1971 film "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory" starring Gene Wilder and the 2005 film "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" directed by Tim Burton and starring Johnny Depp. The success of "Wonka" at the box office demonstrates the enduring popularity of this fantastical character and his world.