Following are the top 5 box office movies as of 8/17/99:
| Movie | Weekend Gross ($M) | Total Gross ($M) | Weeks in Release |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sixth Sense | $25.8 | $69.7 | 2 |
| Bowfinger | $18.1 | $18.1 | 1 |
| The Blair Witch Project | $15.3 | $108.0 | 5 |
| Runaway Bride | $14.5 | $97.9 | 3 |
| The Thomas Crown Affair | $10.1 | $31.0 | 2 |