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Since its opening earlier in July, Inception has gotten comfortable in the number one slot at the box office. However, a new star may be on the horizon. “Dinner for Schmucks” is debuting this weekend and could take over the coveted top spot.

Steve Carell and Paul Rudd both have a history of solid opening numbers. Carell’s wide release average is approximately $27 million, while Rudd has seen $20 million opening numbers. This could indicate a strong debut for “Schmucks.” Opening numbers somewhere in the $30 million range may just conquer at the box office.

“Charlie St. Cloud” with Zac Efron is also debuting this weekend. Taking into account Efron’s, “17 Again” opening as well as this week’s competition, it could take the third spot raking in a healthy $20 million plus.

Angelina Jolie’s spy thriller, “Salt” continues to bring in strong numbers. This week it should place fourth in the rankings at close to $20 million.

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