On a quiet weekend in movie theaters, Lionsgate’s “Den of Thieves 2: Pantera” debuted atop the box office with $15.5 million.

But it counted as Lionsgate’s first No.1 opening since ... portrayed by a CGI chimpanzee in Michael Gracey’s film. The Paramount Pictures release, produced for $110 million and acquired ...

So far, moviegoing doesn't appear to be dramatically impacted in the greater L.A. area despite the historic fires raging ...