4K Blu-ray Confirmed, Coming In Late 2015

4K Blu-ray is officially on the way. According to Victor Matsuda, Chairman of the Blu-ray Disc Association Global Promotions Committee, the BDA expects the specs for 4K Blu-ray to be finalized in the first half of 2015, paving the way for commercial availability by the end of the year. This means we can expect to see actual 4K Blu-ray movies and players available in stores by Christmas next year.

Apart from the jump to 4K resolution (3840 × 2160p) we can also expect 4K Blu-ray to support higher frame rates (up to 60fps), an expanded color gamut along with high dynamic range (HDR), as well as HEVC/H.265 encoding to compress 4K movies more efficiently and allow for higher bit rates. The group is currently exploring the possibility of increasing the disc capacity to 66GB or 100GB.

The news was confirmed by representatives on the show floor at IFA 2014 in Berlin, which opened its doors to visitors today.

Jennifer Aniston Is Still A Sexual Predator In 'Horrible Bosses 2' Trailer

Reprising the sex-crazed that stole the show in Horrible Bosses, Jennifer Aniston is out for the big D yet again in the film's sequel, Horrible Bosses 2.

The second film finds the trio of buffoons, Jason Bateman, Charlie Day and Jason Sudeikis, as they attempt to kidnap the son (Chris Pine) of a rich but dirty investor (Christoph Waltz). Of course the kidnapping plan does not go to plan and hijinx ensue.

At one point in the funny flick, Julia (Aniston) turns up at the hotel room of Nick (Bateman), Dale (Day) and Kurt's (Sudeikis) and threatens to call the police and unless they "plow" her.

Horrible Bosses 2 hits theaters on Nov. 26.

Report: Brad Pitt And Angelina Jolie Earned $5 Million For Wedding Pictures, Will Donate It All To Charity

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie earned a combined total of $5 million for sharing their wedding photos with Hello and People magazines, and they've donated ALL of it to charity.

"Each [publication] paid $2.5 million for a selection of wedding pictures from Brad and Angelina’s wedding," a source tells Radar. "HELLO! has the international rights to the pictures. Before the wedding, Brad and Angie personally chose a photographer they had worked with from Getty Images for the wedding."

"Brad and Angelina knew their would be tremendous interest in their wedding pictures, and decided to donate the money to their charitable foundation," the source added.

Back in 2008 Brangelina were paid a whopping $14 million for the first photographs of their twins Knox and Vivienne, and they donated that entire sum to charity as well.

Take A Peek Inside The $30 Million N.Y.C. Penthouse Joan Rivers Called Home

Joan Rivers passed away on Thursday afternoon, and while the Fashion Police host was known for her sassy tongue and hilarious red carpet commentary, she was also the president of the homeowner's board for her New York City building.

And this isn't just any building -- the Upper East Side property was built in 1910 for John R. Drexel and wife Alice Troth Drexel, and in 1930 it was converted into luxury apartments, one of which was occupied by Ernest Hemingway for a number of years.

And after taking a tour of the late comedian's penthouse, which was listed for a whopping $29.5 million in 2012, it's easy to see why she wanted to be in charge of the HOA! In an interview with the NY Times a few years before her death, Joan said of her role, "I'm very much an A personality. I got involved just because I wanted things done right ... I care about the building. And I think that's why they just keep letting me be president of the board."

E! Entertainment Has Yet To Decide Whether Fashion Police Will Continue Without Joan Rivers

In the wake of Joan Rivers' death on Thursday, E! Entertainment remains undecided if they will continue filming Fashion Police with her.

"Right now we are mourning our beloved Joan. We will respond at a later date with programming updates," a spokesperson told Deadline. Prior to the comedienne's passing when they were still unsure about her recovery, the network opted to fill the show's time slot with alternate programming. "E! will not be producing a new Fashion Police this week or next. Instead, we will be airing two E! From Fashion Week specials that will deliver the latest news and information from the highly-anticipated event," read the statement.

The 81-year-old's co-stars Kelly Osbourne, Giuliana Rancic, and George Kotsiopoulos are all grieving and need time to process the sad news. "I'm completely heartbroken by the loss of my beloved Joan. Not only was she my boss, she was and will always be my teacher, therapist, closest friend, inspiration and the only grandmother I ever knew. She was family and I will never forget her. Laughter will be difficult for a while but when I'm sad, lonely or upset all I will have to do is think of Joan and a smile will cross my face. Laughter is what she gave us and laughter is what she would want us to do in remembrance of her," Osbourne wrote on her Facebook page.

Hollywood lost a true legend!

Late Night Hosts Honor Comic Legend Joan Rivers

Over on "The Late Show," David Letterman remembered her for her strength. "Here's a woman, a real pioneer for other women looking for careers in stand-up comedy," he told the studio audience. "And talk about guts, she would come out here and sit in this chair and say some things that were unbelievable … but it was hilarious. The force of her comedy was overpowering."

Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman also spoke about Joan on "Jimmy Kimmel Live".


"Besides being a pioneer for women in comedy, for everyone in comedy, Joan was a very lucky person because she loved her job so much. she never wanted to stop," he said. "And she didn’t have to stop because she was still great at it."

Seth Meyers revealed why he had so much respect for her as a writer on his show.

Scarlett Johansson Gives Birth To Daughter Rose

Scarlett Johansson has given birth to a daughter named Rose with fiancé Romain Dauriac, her rep confirmed to the Associated Press on Thursday. "Mother and daughter are doing well," publicist Marcel Pariseau said in a statement.

The actress has kept a low profile since news broke in March she was expecting her first child with her French journalist beau. The couple became engaged six months prior to the pregnancy reveal, and have been dating since the fall of 2012. The Her star was previously married to actor Ryan Reynolds before their split in 2010.

Chloe Moretz And Her Family Rent $11,000-A-Month Home In Bel Air

 
Chloe Moretz and her family are dropping $11,000 a month for this Bel Air rental pad, reports Variety's Dirt. And seeing as the home was initially listed for lease at $16,000 a month, it looks like they got themselves quite a deal!

The house last sold in September 2012 for $3.18 million, and it has five bedrooms and five bathrooms with 3,882 square feet of living space. The estate was built in the late 1960s, but it's been updated with a high tech security system and other bonuses.

When you enter the home, you walk in through a double-height, marble-floored foyer, and a wrought iron staircase leads to a formal living room with a fireplace. There's a kitchen with breakfast room, a den with a fireplace and a second floor master suite that has a private balcony.

ABC Announces The Official Cast Of 'Dancing With The Stars' Season 19

This morning on Good Morning America, hosts Tom Bergeron and Erin Andrews announced the cast of Season 19 of ABC's Dancing With the Stars. This season of DWTS features 13 celeb and their pro partners vying for the Mirrorball Trophy.

Some of the most notable picks this round include Fresh Prince of Bel Air actor Alfonso Ribeiro, Olympian Lolo Jones, Duck Dynasty daughter Sadie Robertson, Back to the Future actress Lea Thompson and Mean Girls hunk Jonathan Bennett.

Joan Rivers Death: Hollywood Reacts

 

Celebrities from all facets of Hollywood are coming out to pay tribute to Joan Rivers.

Don Rickles -- Our dear Joan is gone. Knowing her, working with he and enjoying the fun times of life with her was special. She will always be in our hearts.  She was a good friend to Barbara and I. Melissa, be strong and take care of your son Cooper.  Joan…we will miss you.

Barbara Walters -- No one loved life, laughter, and a good time more than Joan. We would have dinner and laugh and gossip and I always left the table smiling.   She was a brassy, often outrageous, and hilarious performer who made millions laugh.  In private, she was the picture of elegance and class.  I will miss her.

Donald Trump -- Joan Rivers @Joan_Rivers was an amazing woman and a great friend. Her energy and talent were boundless. She will be greatly missed.

Bret Michaels -- My deepest condolences to the family of @Joan_Rivers. She was a very funny lady and will be missed. #JoanRivers

Kathy Griffin -- A legend, a friend, a mentor, an icon, and wildly funny. One of a kind. RIP

Richard Lewis -- Joan, say it ain't so. Deep condolences to Melissa and loved ones. You were iconic and authentic from day one .

Joan Rivers Dies At Age 81

Joan Rivers -- who made the world laugh for over 50 years with her jokes, put-downs and one-liners -- has died in NYC ... a week after her heart suddenly stopped beating during vocal cord surgery.

She was 81.

Joan's daughter Melissa Rivers took her mom off life support so she could pass comfortably in a private room.

Rivers is widely credited for opening doors for countless female comediennes. She broke through in a big way during her appearances on "The Tonight Show" with Johnny Carson.

She also famously enraged Carson by accepting a gig to host a competing late night show on FOX. Carson never spoke to her again.

Mark Wahlberg Shows Derek Jeter RE2PECT But Won't Take Off Red Sox Hat

If Boston had its own Mount Rushmore of living celebrities, Mark Wahlberg might make the cut. The actor started his adult life as the namesake for Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch, a Boston-based hip-hop group. In his acting life, Wahlberg has starred in such Boston-centric classics as The Departed, The Perfect Storm and Ted.

Even with all the Boston blood in him -- he grew up in Dorchester -- Wahlberg cannot help but pay his respects to Derek Jeter who is retiring from MLB. Wahlberg is the latest to tip his cap to The Captain.

Rosie Perez And Nicolle Wallace To Join ‘The View’ As New Co-Hosts

The search is over. Final details are still being worked out but I’ve learned that actress Rosie Perez and political commentator Nicolle Wallace are expected to take the vacant seats on The View when the ABC daytime talk show returns for a new season September 15.

They will join Rosie O’Donnell and Whoopi Goldberg. Perez and Wallace would succeed co-hosts Sherri Shepherd and Jenny McCarthy, who exited last month.

Report: Kendall Jenner Being Considered For Role In Fifty Shades Of Grey Sequel

Kendall Jenner is being eyed for a role in the Fifty Shades Of Grey sequel. The 18-year-old is reportedly in talks with agents to appear on the big screen in the second installment of the franchise, after catching the attention of director Sam Taylor-Wood.

"She [Taylor-Wood] is fascinated by her and expressed interest in her appearing in the first film but it didn’t happen. Universal is also keen for Kendall to be involved in the sequel. They put in a call to her people and arranged a meeting last month, which went really well. It wouldn’t be a major role but would certainly be a foot in the door of Hollywood. Apparently, she’ll only sign on once Sam Taylor-Wood is confirmed as the director.

Adam Levine Nails Michael Jackson Impression On "The Tonight Show"

The Maroon 5 frontman stopped by "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," where the two played a game called "Wheel of Musical Impressions."

Both Fallon and Adam took turns impersonating legends from Bob Dylan to Michael Jackson -- check out their awesome performances above!

Joan Rivers: Out of Intensive Care, But No Sign of Improvement

Joan Rivers has been moved out of intensive care -- but that does not necessarily mean her health has improved greatly.

Melissa Rivers just released a very guarded update about her mother, saying ... "My mother has been moved out of intensive care and into a private room where she is being kept comfortable."

It's not a great sign that she's been moved to a private room from intensive care -- where she would be more closely monitored by doctors and nurses.

As previously reported, Joan has been on life support since being rushed to Mount Sinai hospital in NYC last Thursday.

'The Little Rascals' Cast Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Reunion Photo Shoot

"The Little Rascals" turned 20 last month, and little-known Los Angeles-based production company 22 Vision got all the actors back together to celebrate the anniversary. They put together a video catching up with all the stars and recreated some of the most memorable images from the movie.

"The message behind the shoot is embracing who you are," Brian Pocrass, 22 Vision's founder, told HuffPost Entertainment over the phone. "Obviously getting back into the character can be uncomfortable, but it's about embracing who you were as a child."

Pocrass said that it took a "domino effect" to get the whole cast back together, but Brittany Ashton Holmes, who played Darla, was the hardest to convince. "When I first reached out to her, she wasn't into it," he said. She had gone off the grid and hadn't made another movie since "The Little Rascals." "Like a lot of child actors, she was guarded, but after we spoke on the phone for a while, she trusted me. This wasn't about the tabloid. It was more about the film. It all stems from the fact that they just wanted to see each other."

Vision 22 and Pocrass were also behind the "Problem Child" reunion, which raised money for the John Ritter Foundation, and last year's "School of Rock" reunion concert. "I try to target casts that have not been reunited before," Pocrass said. "These ones haven't been properly celebrated."

Piers Morgan Exits CNN After Turning Down 2-Year Deal

Piers Morgan, the CNN primetime host whose efforts to provide the network with a new type of celebrity-interview show met with ratings headwinds, has officially left the cable news channel after declining a new two-year deal that would have made him the host of a sporadic interview series.

“I was offered a new 2-year deal by CNN boss Jeff Zucker to host 40 big interview ‘specials,'” Morgan said via Twitter. “But after considerable thought, I decided not to accept it – and to try pastures new.”

Morgan began anchoring the network’s 9 p.m. slot in January 2011, replacing the durable “Larry King Live” with a celebrity-interview show that did not always hit the target with CNN viewers.

The program, in which Morgan could be seen breaking away from conversations with perplexed guests like Gregg Allman to ask if they had inadvertently given him a scoop in their responses, proved to be fodder for satire on “Saturday Night Live.” Morgan also used the program to rally against the National Rifle Assn.

Did Maria Shriver Cheat On Arnold Schwarzenegger First? New Report Says ‘Yes’

A new report says Maria Shriver cheated on Arnold Schwarzenegger long before his affair with the family’s housekeeper went public; the revelation that precipitated the Governator’s separation from his wife in 2011. If the latest allegations are true, Maria cheated first — in her mind.

Information contained in PageSix said the Kennedy heiress had an affair with her husband’s campaign strategist five years before she learned he was tip-toeing with the maid, which resulted in a love-child. Yes, she was allegedly shimmying around with a secret lover long before former Governor Schwarzenegger’s affair was exposed.

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Maria Shriver’s mystery boyfriend is said to be none other than Matthew Dowd, 53, the savvy political strategist behind the Bush-Cheney ’04 presidential campaign. He was also instrumental in George W. Bush’s reelection bid.

When news broke that Shriver and Schwarzenegger’s marriage was tarnished by a romantic expose, Maria gained the hearts of a sympathetic public that viewed her as the injured duckling — and the governor as a two-timing bloke.

Kim Kardashian Gets Totally Naked For British GQ

Kim Kardashian strips down to nothing but a pair of pink heels in British UK's September issue, just after being crowned the Woman of the Year at the annual GQ Men of the Year Awards.

It's clear the photos were taken some time ago, as she's blonde in the extremely revealing shoot. The reality TV star sported lighter tresses from September 2013 until February 2014, but was seen wearing a blonde wig in June ... so it could have also been done then too.

Other photos from the spread show off even more of her body -- including her famous butt and, in one shot, some nipple. Of course, Kim's no stranger to nudity. In addition to her infamous sex tape and numerous selfies, she also posed for Playboy back in December of 2007.

Earlier in the evening on Tuesday, Kim attended the GQ event with Kanye West, where she thanked her hubby while accepting her prize.

Britney Spears Focuses On Family After Split With Cheating Boyfriend David Lucado

Britney Spears is leaning on family in the wake of her split with boyfriend David Lucado, and the singer posted this cute pic to prove that she just needed some sister and kid time to put a smile on her face!

"At my sisters show! @jamielynnspears is playing the LA County Fair in Pomona tonight," she captioned the photo, which shows the siblings and their respective children. My how they've grown!

We wonder who Brit Brit will date next? Apparently she's already thinking about new romance, because during her Las Vegas show on Sunday, she publicly acknowledged her beau's infidelity in the most upbeat way possible. "Well, by now everyone knows my boyfriend cheated on me. But the best part of breaking up is going on first dates," she told the crowd.

Justin Bieber Arrested For ATV Accident With Photogs

 

Justin Bieber got arrested in Canada after crashing his ATV into a minivan driven by paparazzi, and he now faces charges of dangerous driving and assault.

Bieber was taken into custody Friday afternoon in Perth County, Ontario. Police say there was a physical altercation between Justin and a paparazzo in the minivan ... after they had the collision.

Justin was photographed riding the ATV with Selena Gomez Friday in Ontario near his father's home.

Police say Justin was released and will have to appear in court later this month.

He could have a bigger problem on his hands though -- Justin is on probation for 2 years after the egging case in L.A. So, it's possible this arrest could trigger a violation.

Justin's attorney says Justin and Selena are fully cooperating with the police investigation.

David Arquette Buys Legendary Strip Club

David Arquette is stone cold pimping for real now ... adding Hollywood's famous Crazy Girls strip club to his portfolio with a $1.5 million purchase. 

David's been in negotiations to buy the classic club for the last 3 weeks - with the former owners originally asking for $1.7 million.
However, David held firm to his number and eventually won out, taking over control of the building ... and everything in it -- couches, chairs, bars, and of course ... plenty of poles.
We're told David plans to completely remodel the club in order to create an upscale burlesque show with an old school Hollywood feel ... the kind of act that would attract big money spenders.

David's no stranger to the night life ... already owning a piece of two of Hollywood's hottest clubs, Hooray Henry's and Bootsy Bellows.

First Look: Angelina Jolie's Unique Wedding Dress

You no longer have to wonder what Angelina Jolie wore when she married Brad Pitt.

A week after the couple exchanged vows at their French chateau on Aug. 23, we get our first glimpse of their wedding photos, which will appear in Wednesday's issue of People magazine as Hello magazine internationally. Jolie, 39, appears in full bridal regalia and there are also pictures of the bride and groom kissing and a family photo of the happy couple and their six kids.

Let's talk about that dress, which is unlike any celebrity wedding gown we've seen. The satiny scoop neck ivory-colored gown was rather classic looking with a fitted bodice and sweeping skirt. However, Atelier Versace's master tailor Luigi Massi then sewed dozens of her children's colorful drawings into the back of the dress. There are flowers, animals, and people covering the gown as well as Jolie's veil.

Jimi Jamison: Survivor Lead Singer Dies At 63

Jimi Jamison -- who was the lead singer for the bands Cobra and Survivor -- passed away Sunday night. He was 63.

Jamison's booking agent, Sally Irwin, tells sources that Jamison died of a heart attack. He had just performed with the band Saturday night in Northern California.

Jamison joined Survivor in 1984 (after their smash hit "Eye of the Tiger") but was the lead singer on other classic songs like, "The Moment of Truth" (from "The Karate Kid"), "The Search Is Over," and "Is This Love."

Jamison did sing a later Rocky classic -- the workout playlist staple ... "Burning Heart" from "Rocky IV."

Jamison was also the co-writer and vocalist for the song "I'm Always Here" ... the theme song from "Baywatch."

Joan Rivers Being Brought Out of Medically-Induced Coma

 

Doctors have started to bring Joan Rivers out of the medically-induced coma she was placed in following her hospitalization on Aug. 28, amid fears that she could be left in a vegetative state, a new report claims.

Joan Rivers’ family is waiting to see how the 81-year-old comedian responds after doctors started trying to pull her out of a medically-induced coma on Aug. 31, according to a new report. The comedian was rushed to the hospital after she stopped breathing during surgery on her vocal chords and went into cardiac arrest. Since then, she’s been dependent on life support treatment.

Doctors at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City began to lift Joan from her medically induced coma on Aug. 31, New York Daily News reports.

“The waking-up process has begun and will take until Tuesday,” a source told the outlet. “There is real concern that the part of the brain that controls motor skills may have been compromised, leaving her as either a vegetative state or in a wheelchair.”

Celebrity Nude Photo Leak: The FBI Is On The Case

 

The celebrity nude photo leak scandal has reached a boiling point ... and now the FBI is getting involved.

In a statement released Monday afternoon, a spokesperson for the FBI said, "The FBI is aware of the allegations concerning computer intrusions and the unlawful release of material involving high profile individuals, and is addressing the matter. Any further comment would be inappropriate at this time."

Jennifer Lawrence and Kate Upton -- the two most prominent names in the leak -- have both expressed interest in pursuing legal action in the matter.

An Apple spokesperson told Recode.net they are "active investigating" whether or not their iCloud system was hacked as part of this leak.

Kirsten Dunst became the latest celeb featured in the leak to comment via Twitter, placing the blame squarely on Apple's shoulders (while also acknowledging the photos are real). She simply wrote, "Thank you iCloud."

50 Cent: I Bought My 2-Year-Old a Mercedes Benz

50 Cent and his son Sire now have matching rides ... after 50 surprised him on his 2nd birthday with a miniature motorized Mercedes ML450 SUV.

According to sources, 50 surprised his boy in Los Angeles this weekend with the sweet little car, which 50 picked out himself.

We're told the two spent the weekend together eating lots of birthday cake and 50 footed the bill for his big party on Monday.

‘Dawn of the Planet of the Apes’ Rises to No. 1 In China

Caesar crossed the Rubicon and headed straight for China this weekend, as “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” topped the foreign box office.

The post-apocalyptic thriller hasn’t snagged first place on the overseas charts since the end of July, but it was able to recapture the crown on the strength of its People’s Republic debut. The film took in $51.2 million from 29 territories, with $47 million of that coming from China.

“Dawn of the Planet of the Apes” now commands a worldwide total of $613.4 million, roughly $130 million more than its predecessor, “Rise of the Planet of the Apes,” made during its entire global run. It has two more openings on the books; Japan and Venezuela in September.

Sliding in at number two was “Lucy.” The Scarlett Johansson thriller racked up $31.2 million to bring its global haul to $269.4 million.

Get a Sneak Peek At Nicky Hilton's New Fashion Bible, "365 Style"

Nicky Hilton is sharing the inside secrets of the fashion world.

The newly-engaged fashionista releases her new book, "365 Style" on Tuesday -- and we've got a sneak peek at few tips from Hilton herself.

The fashion guide is full of tricks, tips and other insider info Nicky has picked up during her time in the industry and aims to not only show readers how to get her style, but also figure out their own.

"I'm looking forward to New York Fashion Week, especially to share my new book, 365 Style, which explores creating your signature style," Nicky said. "The book was born out of my love for fashion. I've been fortunate to have worked with top fashion designers, even designing my own collections."

"My vision is to share what I've learned over the years to make fashion more affordable and accessible for everyone," she adds -- and that starts with the price of the book, which can be purchased for $21.95 on her personal website.

Beyonce And Jay Z Look Drunk In Love At Made In America Concert

In the midst of some serious split allegations, Beyonce and Jay Z as they were spotted on Sunday night slow dancing backstage at the Budweiser Made In America Festival, which is an annual music fest that takes place in Philadelphia and Los Angeles. The concert featured Kanye West, Rita Ora, John Mayer and Weezer -- but Jay and Bey's lovey dovey show is certainly the most notable.

In the pics, the music man's arms are wrapped around his famous wife as she clutches a frothy beverage at the Los Angeles concert. They certainly appear happy as can be! But appearances can be deceiving ...

They've been pulling out the big guns recently to prove to the world they're still crazy in love with each other. Last week they toted Blue Ivy around at the VMAs, this week it's these seemingly "candid" photos of the "happy" couple -- we just think it's all a bit calculated.

Brad Pitt Flashes His Wedding Ring In New York

After getting married to longtime love Angelina Jolie last weekend in France and heading to London to promote his upcoming World War II flick Fury, Brad Pitt then traveled to New York City. So much for a honeymoon! On Saturday night the 50-year-old star stepped out in a suit and attended an event in the Big Apple, and while he didn't exactly pose for photos, he did flash us a peek at his new gold wedding band!

Earlier in the day Pitt shot scenes for a commercial with famed director Martin Scorsese, and Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio will also appear in the ad, according to E! Online. 

 

Meanwhile, Jolie is with the couple's six kids in Malta, where she's working on her new film, By The Sea.

Alec Baldwin Gets Pissed Off In The Hamptons

Alec Baldwin got very angry this morning in the Hamptons, and there was an immediate show of force from the local police department.

A close friend of Baldwin said Alec was in the park with his wife Hilaria and their baby when a paparazzo approached them. According to the friend, Baldwin has some history with the photog -- he's allegedly called Hilaria a bitch and a whore in the past -- which is why Alec immediately got so angry.

A cop who was nearby tried to calm things down, but felt he needed backup ... it was Alec Baldwin, after all.

We're told one of the responding officers successfully cooled down the situation -- and even got Alec and the photog to shake hands before they walked away.

Box Office: 'Guardians of the Galaxy' Leads With $16.3M And Is Now 2014’s #1 Film

“Guardians of the Galaxy” became the year’s highest grossing U.S. release this weekend, goosing an otherwise drab Labor Day box office.

The Marvel film topped the domestic charts for the third time and benefited from crowds hoping to stretch out the waning days of summer, grossing $16.3 million over the Friday, Saturday and Sunday period and pushing its U.S. total to $274.6 million. It will likely end the four-day holiday with $21.2 million in Stateside ticket sales from 3,462 locations.

That easily tops a pair of new wide releases, “November Man” and “As Above, So Below,” which brought in $7.7 million and $8.3 million respectively — modest numbers for modest to low budgeted films with much to be modest about.