In a startling turn of events, *Joker: Folie à Deux* has dramatically fallen from its position as the box office king in North America, suffering an unprecedented 80% drop from its initial weekend earnings of $40 million to just $7.1 million in its second week. This decline marks the largest drop ever recorded for a comic book film, as reported by *The Hollywood Reporter*.

Taking over the top spot is the indie horror sensation *Terrifier 3*, which raked in an estimated $18.2 million, showcasing the growing popularity of the horror genre. Meanwhile, *The Wild Robot*, an animated feature, held its ground in the second position with impressive earnings of $13.4 million.

In a surprising misstep, *The Apprentice*, a controversial film centered around former President Donald Trump, debuted in tenth place with a mere $1.6 million. The film, which offers a dramatized look at Trump’s rise as a property developer in the 1970s and 80s, will premiere in the UK during the London Film Festival this Tuesday. Initially revealed at the Cannes Film Festival in May, it garnered a mix of positive reviews and fierce backlash, particularly from Trump himself, who condemned the portrayal of his past in the film.

The biopic attempts to weave fictionalized accounts of Trump’s life but faces criticism not only for its content but also due to a scene depicting sensitive subject matter involving his first wife, Ivana. Trump's spokesperson dismissed the film as “garbage” and “pure fiction,” calling it election interference orchestrated by "Hollywood elites." He later took to his Truth Social platform to describe the film as a “politically disgusting hatchet job,” furthering the controversy surrounding it.

As the film industry continues to navigate a landscape filled with competing genres and public opinions, *Joker: Folie à Deux*'s steep decline raises questions about audience engagement and the future of comic book adaptations in theaters. Will the dark allure of the Joker find a way back into the hearts of moviegoers? Only time will tell!