Marvel's 'Thunderbolts' Receives Solid Start With $76 Million USD Domestic Box Office Debut

Summary

Thunderbolts debuted globally with $162.1 million USD ($76 million USD domestic, $86.1 million USD international), securing the top spot at the box office
With a $180 million USD production budget, the film needs to maintain its box office momentum in the coming weeks
The film has received positive reviews from critics and a strong “A-” CinemaScore from audiences

The newest Marvel Studios venture, titled “Thunderbolts,” made a strong but not record-breaking global debut, earning approximately $162.1 million USD in its opening weekend. Within the U.S., it garnered $76 million USD, with an additional $86.1 million USD from international markets. Despite leading the weekend box office and meeting initial expectations, its opening is noticeably lower than that of “Captain America: Brave New World,” which launched with a worldwide total of $192 million USD earlier this year. To provide context, “Thunderbolts” was made on a production budget of around $180 million USD.

As a devoted fan, I must admit I had high hopes for Thunderbolts, but even though its opening wasn’t quite what some expected, it has managed to impress both critics and audiences alike. With an A- CinemaScore and a remarkable 88% critical rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the buzz around this film is palpable. This positive word-of-mouth could be the driving force behind its longevity in the coming weeks, perhaps even surpassing Captain America 4 in the long run!

To ensure profitability, the upcoming movie “Thunderbolts,” with an estimated production cost of $180 million USD, must sustain its momentum and deliver solid performances over the next few weeks. The film’s success is under close scrutiny as it could signal the current trend at the MCU box office and the potential for launching successful franchises centered around lesser-known characters. Directed by Jack Schreier, the film boasts a cast of antiheroes, including Sebastian Stan’s Bucky Barnes, Florence Pugh’s Yelena Belova, Wyatt Russell’s John Walker, and David Harbour’s Red Guardian.

Marvel’s ‘Thunderbolts’ Receives Solid Start With $76 Million USD Domestic Box Office Debut

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