Clayface vs You Can See Everything box office battle is too close to call

Liam Brooks 10/31/2026

Halloween weekend often disappoints the box office, but this year’s performance has proved even sleepier than anticipated. The overall cinematic landscape saw a wide disparity in performance, with some standout hits proving their worth while others faded into the background.

The fierce battle for the top spot was primarily contested by Nathan Fielder’s documentary, You Can See Everything, and DC’s adaptation of Clayface. While the competition was tight, predictions favored the documentary, which is currently running at an impressive $63 million. Estimates suggest You Can See Everything might pull in around $11 million, giving it a comfortable edge over Clayface, which is projected to finish the weekend near $10 million.

You Can See Everything’s success highlights the power of unique, zeitgeist-grabbing cinema, earning major acclaim and demonstrating strong audience engagement. Meanwhile, the Clayface film, despite its association with the massive DC universe, finished with a more modest $44 million gross. Though not a blockbuster, the film’s low budget suggests it is on track to turn a profit.

Adding another layer to the weekend, Laika’s animated feature Wildwood landed in third place. Despite its high production value, the film saw a significant drop in attendance, with expected earnings settling around $6.8 million. Despite the modest tally, Wildwood continues to generate critical praise, with many critics hailing it as a masterpiece.

In the lower rankings, the surprise hit Wicker finished in fourth place, netting $12.7 million and easing slightly to $3.5 million in final estimates. Paramount’s Street Fighter delivered a disappointing showing, recording a total gross of $53 million as theaters begin to empty out.

Beyond the films, the broader audience sentiment leaned toward alternative celebrations. As the weekend concluded, audiences seemed to pivot away from the cinema for more traditional Halloween activities, with trick-or-treating, themed parties, and classic screenings of films like The Rocky Horror Picture Show taking center stage.