That audiences remain so eager to see Eastwood on the screen suggests to Fellman that he should rethink any acting retirement.

“Clint has said this is the last time he’s going to be in front of the lens. I hope he reconsiders after this,” Fellman said.

Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Media By Numbers LLC. Final figures will be released Monday.

1. “Gran Torino,” $29 million.

2. “Bride Wars,” $21.5 million.

3. “The Unborn,” $21.1 million.

4. “Marley & Me,” $11.4 million.

5. “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” $9.4 million.

6. “Bedtime Stories,” $8.6 million.

7. “Valkyrie,” $6.7 million.

8. “Yes Man,” $6.2 million.

9. “Not Easily Broken,” $5.6 million.

10. “Seven Pounds,” $3.9 million.

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