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Transformers tops US box office but is biggest in China

The latest Transformers movie is the number one film in America.
The latest Transformers movie is the number one film in America. The latest Transformers movie is the number one film in America.

Transformers: The Last Knight scored a franchise-low debut but still easily topped the US box office with an estimated 43.5 million US dollars (£33.9 million) in ticket sales over the weekend.

Director Michael Bay’s film, the fifth in the Transformers series, totalled 69.1 million US dollars (£53.9 million) in five days, after opening on Wednesday.

But the movie starring Mark Wahlberg was a huge hit in China, where it debuted with 123.4 million US dollars (£96.4 million).

Wonder Woman and Cars 3 tied for second place, both with 25.2 million US dollars (£19.6 million).

Nearly a month after opening, Wonder Woman continues to be a major draw. In four weeks, it has surpassed 300 million US dollars (£234.4 million) in America.