Ghostbusters Set to Make Strong Box Office Opening

The much-anticipated reboot of Ghostbusters hits theaters this weekend, and early box office predictions are in.

Box office trackers estimate the film will make $45 million-$50 million on its opening weekend, according to Variety. While this won't be enough for it to topple The Secret Life of Pets from the top slot, it is still more than Sony had predicated for its first three days.

The studio was expecting a more modest $40 million debut for the movie, which is opening on 3,950 screens. The Secret Life of Pets is expected to gross $55 million, following an impressive $103 million take last weekend.

Reviews for the new Ghostbusters have been mixed, ranging from positive notices from the likes of Time and The New York Times, to The Hollywood Reporter's declaration that it is an "unfunny mess." For a full review round-up, click here.

Ghostbusters stars Melissa Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones, and Chris Hemsworth. It is directed by Paul Feig, who also helmed comedy hits Bridesmaids and Spy.