The trades are telling me that it’s rare that the number one and number two movies switch positions once official weekend numbers are reported on Monday. But that is what happened this weekend with The Hangover and Up. 

The trades reported that Up soared over Hangover for the number one spot at the box office. I even posted the tally yesterday.  But Sunday proved to be a very busy day at the box office even with the NBA playoffs in the wings. Thus, the final numbers changed. 

The final numbers for both films indicate Hangover grossed $45 million while Up grossed $44.3 million, meaning Hangover barely squeaked past Up, winning the weekend office score.