Oct 29, 2012 03:28 PM EST

007 Skyfall Breaks Records Overseas

"Skyfall" the 23rd film in the James Bond franchise opened this weekend with record breaking earnings. Opening overseas in 25 markets, the film grossed an astounding $77.7 million and was #1 everywhere.

In the UK, earnings were an estimated $32.4 million, beating the all-time Saturday attendance record, as well as being the biggest opening of 2012 and the biggest 2D Friday-to-Sunday opening weekend in history there.

This installment earned 76% more than "Casino Royale", and 30% more than "Quantum Of Solace" on their opening weekends.

"Skyfall" opens in the US on November 9, and can be counted down to with the iPhone Movie Countdown Clock App.