Ice Age Melts Away the Competition

Families packed theaters this past weekend to see the "Ice Age" sequel. "Ice Age: The Meltdown" debuted atop of the box office with $70.5 million, blowing away the competition. Last week's number one film, "Inside Man" dropped to number two with $15.7 million. "ATL" starring R&B artists T.I. and Big Boi made its first appearance in theaters this week and was the third most watched film. "Failure to Launch" remained in fourth, making $6.6 million. "V for Vendetta" was next at number five with $6.4 million. "Stay Alive" came in at number six followed closely behind by "She's the Man." "Slither" and "The Shaggy Dog" were at seven and eight. There was a tie for tenth place at box office this weekend. "Basic Instinct 2" and "Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector" both earned $3.2 million.