The latest installment in the “John Wick” series leaped into first position at the box office. “From the World of John Wick: Ballerina,” pirouetted to the No. 1 spot Friday, its opener, raking in $10.65 million, according to The Numbers.

Ballerina earned almost twice John Wick's release day, and it is projected to continue this feat with its debut weekend numbers, too.

Lionsgate's Ballerina, a John Wick spinoff starring Ana de Armas, is underperforming at the box office, with estimates of mid-$20 million for its opening. Despite early forecasts predicting over $35 million,

Lionsgate's 'John Wick' spinoff 'Ballerina' could fall under $30M this weekend as Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch' eyes third No. 1 win with $35M at the U.S. box office.

John Wick is popular globally and among the most successful and acclaimed film franchises of the 21st century. Ana de Armas is adding a new branch to the film series with her Ballerina, and it has experienced a spectacular hike at the box office in China on day 2. Keep scrolling for the deets.

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“ Ballerina ,” Lionsgate’s attempt to expand its “John Wick” franchise, earned $3.75 million in preview screenings on Thursday.