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‘Lion King’ and Tarantino’s Hollywood Tale Boost Box Office

‘Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood’ debuted at No. 2, behind repeat winner ‘Lion King’ — ‘Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood’ debuted at No. 2, behind repeat winner ‘Lion King’Source: Sony Pictures

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July 28, 2019 at 3:42 PM UTC

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July 29, 2019 at 10:58 PM UTC

“The Lion King” and director Quentin Tarantino’s film tribute to 1960s Hollywood delivered a needed boost to the box office, giving North American theaters another strong weekend after months of slow sales.