A billion dollar R-rated movie’s nothing new for us, friend, but it is for Disney.Marvel’sDeadpool & Wolverinecontinues its relentless march at the box office, shattering records and setting new benchmarks for R-rated films. With the latest figures in,the Marvel Studios juggernaut has now officially surpassed the half-billion-dollar mark, with Tuesday’s numbers still to come.
On Monday, the film grossed an estimated $26.5 million internationally, pushing its international total to a formidable $260.5 million. This brings the estimated global total to a staggering $496.3 million already. The film, directed, produced, and co-written byShawn Levy, is showing no signs of slowing down as it continues to dominate the box office worldwide.
In the domestic market,Deadpool & Wolverinebrought in an estimated $24.3 million on Monday, making it the best R-rated Monday ever for a movie at the domestic box office. This impressive performance also ranks as the fourth-best Monday for July, trailing only behindSpider-Man 2,Barbie, andThe Dark Knight. The running domestic total through four days now stands at $235.7 million.
Disney Needed a Hit - And It Got One
The film’s phenomenal success is a testament to theenduring popularity of its leading stars,Ryan ReynoldsandHugh Jackman, who reprise their roles as Deadpool and Wolverine, respectively. Their chemistry and the film’s blend of irreverent humor and high-octane action have clearly struck a chord with audiences.
With a stellar opening weekend and continued strong performance,Deadpool & Wolverineis not just a hit; it’s a cultural phenomenon. Following a series of less-than-successful releases, Marvel was in need of a big win, and they certainly found one withDeadpool & Wolverine. The movie has audiences rushing to theaters, sporting an impressive 97% approval rating fromRotten Tomatoesviewers and earning an A grade on CinemaScore. While critics may be slightly more reserved with a “fresh” 79% RT score, the fan response is overwhelmingly positive — it’s undeniably a success.
The film also features standout performances fromEmma Corrin,Dafne Keen, andMatthew Macfadyen, offering a thrilling blend of action, humour, and a nostalgic nod to the franchise’s roots.Deadpool & Wolverineis officially certified fresh and is dominating theaters everywhere. Heck, Deadpool has even turned up at Disneyland! Stay tuned to Collider for more updates onDeadpool & Wolverineas the film continues to break records and capture the hearts of fans worldwide.
Deadpool & Wolverine
Wolverine joins the “merc with a mouth” in the third installment of the Deadpool film franchise.
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