It looks like the masses took to the theaters over the malls this weekend as Will Smith’s “I am Legend” took in a December record setting $76.5 million dollars! Not bad for the last man on Earth, eh? While I applaud audiences’ decision to see this I’m stunned by the second place earnings of $45 million for “Alvin & the Chipmunks.” E-gad. Even for kids this looked like a terrible mess. Instead I’d highly recommend Enchanted if you’re looking for a family friendly adventure. Your choice though.

Here they are, your box office movie earnings for this weekend: December 14 - 16, 2007. If you missed any of the background on the new releases check out our Weekend Movie Preview with trailers and details.

Box office domestic earnings for movies this weekend, December 14 - 16, 2007:

1. “I Am Legend” $76.5 million [$76.5M total]
2. “Alvin and the Chipmunks” $45 million [$45M total]
3. “The Golden Compass” $9.0 million [$40.9M total]
4. “Enchanted” $6.0 million [$92.2M total]
5. “No Country for Old Men” $3.0 million [$33.5M total]
6. “The Perfect Holiday” $2.5 million [$3.2M total]
7. “Fred Claus” $2.3 million [$68.9M total]
8. “This Christmas” $2.3 million [$46.0M total]
9. “Atonement” $1.8 million [$2.9M total]
10. “August Rush” $1.7 million [$28.0M total]