As summer winds down, the entertainment landscape is heating up with Universal’s latest action film featuring Bob Odenkirk. The film garnered $1.3 million from previews yesterday at 2,800 theaters, kicking off at 2 PM. With a production budget of $25 million, it aims for a $10 million+ opening weekend, while New Line is projected to dominate the box office with over $20 million.
- Universal's action movie previews earned $1.3M.
- Zach Cregger's film has $64M first week.
- Movie comparisons show varying box office performance.
- Great Rotten Tomatoes scores for new release.
- Major cities recently reopened after Covid.
- Lionsgate's previews align with previous films.
Meanwhile, the Zach Cregger-directed film wrapped its first week with an impressive $64 million, although this marks a 17% drop compared to its predecessor’s $77.5 million debut. Despite this, it still outperformed another recent release, which only managed $49.8 million in its first week. As we approach Saturday, anticipation builds to see if it will experience a slight dip like its predecessor.
On a related note, the sequel directed by Timo Tjahjanto is also generating buzz, with previews aligning closely to Lionsgate’s previous release. With critical acclaim reflected in its 82% certified fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film is poised for success. How will these Trends shape the future of action films?
As the entertainment industry shifts, the competition among studios intensifies. Will audiences continue to flock to theaters, or is streaming still the preferred choice?
- Universal’s film aims for a $10 million+ start.
- Zach Cregger’s film shows strong box office performance despite a slight drop.
- Critical acclaim boosts audience interest in new releases.
As we look to the future, will studios adapt their strategies to maintain audience engagement in theaters, or will streaming continue to reign supreme? Stay tuned for the latest updates!
