VIDEO : 'Alita: Battle Angel' Defies Expectations At The Box Office

ComicBook.com reports that 'Alita: Battle Angel" is an unexpected hit.
'Alita: Battle Angel' has shattered (low) expectations for its performance of the box office, and the run is still ongoing.
'Alita: Battle Angel' has made $286 million at the worldwide box office (on a $170M budget).
The film has shown impressive staying power.
It's still scoring in the top 3 a the US box office this week.
Industry analysts still wonder if this film can launch a franchise.
The movie is not a flop and not enough of a hit to guarantee a sequel.
Exhibitor Relations Co said Fox/Disney and Robert Rodriguez would have to decide if they should make a sequel to the film.