Box Office: ‘The Martian’ Debuts at No. 1

Director Ridley Scott’s “The Martian,” starring Matt Damon, beat expectations, making $55 million in its North American debut, the Hollywood Reporter says. Sony Pictures Entertainment’s “Hotel Transylvania 2” came in at No. 2, making $33 million. Lions Gate’s “Sicario” was No. 3, making $12.1 million.