Eager Forger family fanatics are in for a treat as Spy × Family Code: White hits the domestic box office this weekend. The film has been localized thanks to Crunchyroll and is already raking in the big bucks thanks to this latest elegant collaboration from Wit Studio and CloverWorks.

According to Variety, box office projections place Spy x Family Code: White on the top five domestic podium, expecting to earn a cool $4.9 million. With early reviews placing the movie in the high 90s on Rotten Tomatoes and an 'A' grade on CinemaScore, the critics are as generous with their opinions as the audiences are with their money.

While Spy × Family Code: White still trails Civil War, Abigail, and The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, it's impressive to see it holding its own against the likes of Godzilla x Kong, placing the film at roughly #4. For an anime adaptation, this is undeniably impressive, especially when weighed against buzzworthy blockbusters and franchise juggernauts like Godzilla, even though it's several weeks in.

Spy x Family: Code White is in the Top 5 For its Opening Weekend in North America

The Anime Film's $4.9 million Opening is Nothing to Scoff At

For those curious about whether they should check out the series Spy x Family Code: White is a strong jumping-on point even for casual viewers unfamiliar with anime. The series is endearing for those seeking a blend of wacky comedy, adorable characters, and thrilling espionage action. The film features Loid, Yor, Anya, and Bond, as Anya's talents for getting into trouble turn up valuable microfilm, setting off an adventure involving kidnapping, airships, and heartwarming teamwork.

Spy x Family Movie is Yet Another Win for Anime Feature Films

Wit Studio and CloverWorks' Action Comedy Earns Victory Lap in North American Cinemas

It remains to be seen whether Spy x Family Code: White will match the likes of Pokemon: The First Movie, let alone Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba—The Movie: Mugen Train's massive haul. Before its release in North America, Demon Slayer's record-breaking film grossed $45.9 million, mainly from Japan, according to Box Office Mojo.

Anime feature films have exploded in popularity recently. These films don't need to be Ghibli productions featuring Hayao Miyazaki to perform well internationally, and Spy x Family Code: White already has a healthy following. One Piece Film: Red earned a cumulative $246 million worldwide thanks to fans. Suzume and Your Name attained critical acclaim and almost $400 million each, and Demon Slayer: Mugen Train generated half a billion. While Spy x Family isn't likely to top those heights, it's punching above its weight class in the Spring box office.

Now, Spy x Family's film is showing that anime films are serious contenders even outside of Japan. Close to 5 million in one weekend is nothing to scoff at, and proves just how beloved the series is. Spy x Family Code: White is a simple story, but one to which fans will flock for weeks to come.

Source: Variety, Box Office Mojo