I’m confused.

The Weinstein Co. release “The Last Legion,” featuring Ben Kingsley in an action tale set in ancient Rome, tanked with just $2.6 million, finishing at No. 12.
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In narrower release, MGM’s comedy “Death at a Funeral,” a tale of outrageous goings-on at a British patriarch’s farewell, opened solidly with $1.3 million. — ‘Superbad’ delivers super debut” (August 19, 2007) CNN.com/entertainment.

So one show earns $2.6 million, but it “tanked.” The other show earns $1.3 million, meaning it “opened solidly.”

I believe we have found Tony Snow’s replacement.