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Kate Bosworth Beats George Clooney at Box Office

 
George Clooney 's new football comedy fumbled at the box office this weekend. 21 , the Kate Bosworth casino thriller, retained the No. 1 spot for a second week, raking in $15.1 million. Leatherheads , co-starring Renée Zellweger and John Krasinski , debuted at No. 2 with $13.5 million. With mixed reviews, Leatherheads attracted audiences in their 30s and 40s but failed to lure in younger crowds. "I'm disappointed for us, I'm disappointed for George. I think he's a great guy and think he's got tons of directing talent," Nikki Rocco, head of distribution for Universal, told the Associated Press. "I wish I could have that crystal ball and tell you what went wrong." Leatherheads almost got beat by Nim's Island, the family adventure starring Jodie Foster and Abigail Breslin , which earned $13.3 million. The complete top 5: 1. 21 , $15.1 million 2. Leatherheads , $13.5 million 3. Nim's Island , $13.3 million 4. Dr. Seuss' Horton Hears a Who , $9.1 million 5. The Ruins ... (link)

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