Audiences liked the movie based on the creation of Facebook this weekend as “The Social Network” topped the box-office. The film was powered by solid reviews and good word of mouth, taking in $23 million.
In second was the animated feature “Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga Hoole,” taking in $10.9 million.
Third place went to last week’s top draw, “Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps” with $10.1 million.
Potential Oscar-contender “The Town” was fourth with $10 million and fifth went to the comedy “Easy A.”