‘Kraven the Hunter’ Projected to Become the SSU’s Second-Worst Opening of All Time

As someone who has been following the Sony Spider-Man Universe (SSU) with bated breath since its inception, I must say that the latest projection for “Kraven the Hunter” has left me feeling quite uneasy. Having watched and enjoyed every SSU movie so far, I’ve come to expect a certain level of excitement and anticipation from these films.


Approximately three weeks from now, on December 13, 2024, we’ll witness the premiere of “Kraven the Hunter,” the forthcoming villain-focused film within Sony’s Spider-Man Universe (SSU). Previously, the SSU was supported by the ‘Venom’ trilogy, which concluded this year. However, the universe is carrying on with fresh projects, and “Kraven the Hunter” is the next instalment we’ll get to enjoy.

Initial feedback indicates that “Kraven the Hunter” seems to surpass the ultimate “Venom” film in terms of quality, yet it doesn’t quite reach masterpiece status. Judging from the trailer and with the talented British actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson, who might be a contender for the next James Bond role, leading the cast, it appears that the movie holds great promise.

Nevertheless, given that it’s slated for release during the holiday season, Kraven the Hunter could encounter stiff competition and even waning fan interest, considering the dismal early box office predictions for the film, which will soon become apparent.

It’s common for pertinent sources to estimate box office earnings using data from pre-sales, along with other factors.

In general, initial predictions aren’t always spot on, but they usually come close. For instance, if a film is estimated to earn $30 million, it’s unlikely to rake in $250 million during its opening weekend. Instead, it’s more likely to make around $30 million; indeed, these predictions are often quite accurate.

As a passionate fan, I’ve been eagerly anticipating Kraven joining the Sony Universe of Spider-Man (SSU). However, based on the current projections, it appears that instead of stepping into Venom’s shoes, he might find himself transforming into Morbius or even facing the fate of Madame Web. If these numbers prove accurate, it could be a different turn of events for Kraven than what we initially expected.

Upcoming Prediction: Kraven the Hunter Confronts Intense Rivalry During the Busy Holiday Box Office Season #Kraven #KravenTheHunter #BoxOfficePredictions

— Boxoffice Pro (@BoxOffice) November 22, 2024

According to forecasts, Sony’s upcoming movie ‘Kraven the Hunter’ is projected to earn between $20-25 million during its opening weekend in the U.S., which is close to half of what Sony’s ‘Morbius’ earned in 2022. (Source: @BoxOffice)

— The Cine Geek (@CineGeekNews) November 22, 2024

The film is estimated to earn between $20 and $25 million, which is surprisingly low for a big-budget action movie given its cost of $130 million. For added perspective, let’s examine how this movie stacks up against the SSU’s past productions.

Film Release Date Domestic International Total Domestic Opening Budget
Venom October 5, 2018 $213,515,506 $642,569,655 $856,085,161 $80,255,756 $100–116 million
Venom: Let There Be Carnage October 1, 2021 $213,550,366 $293,313,226 $506,863,592 $90,033,210 $110 million
Morbius April 1, 2022 $73,865,530 $93,595,431 $167,460,961 $39,005,895 $75–83 million
Madame Web February 14, 2024 $43,817,106 $56,681,658 $100,498,764 $15,335,860 $80 million
Venom: The Last Dance October 25, 2024 $129,825,400 $308,500,000 $438,325,400 $51,012,404 $120 million

In this instance, we’ve drawn attention to the column you should focus on. It’s clear that according to our projections, Kraven the Hunter is expected to have the second-lowest domestic box office debut among all SSU films, outperforming only Madame Web, a movie widely regarded as a failure by most.

Although beating the box office performance of Madame Web might not be too challenging, a predicted opening that’s only half as big as Morbius… certainly seems to fall short of expectations, doesn’t it?

Given the significant budget for “Kraven,” being the highest among all SSU films, it’s worth noting. Here’s hoping the film outperforms expectations, as suggested by the initial forecasts.

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2024-11-23 17:44