‘The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim’ Anime Film Earns $2 Million in International Markets Upon Early Release

As a seasoned gamer and long-time Tolkien enthusiast who has spent countless hours immersed in Middle-earth through books, movies, and games, I must say that my heart skips a beat at the prospect of “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim.” Having followed the production journey since its announcement, I eagerly await the movie’s release on December 13, 2024.

In the United States, “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” is set to be released on December 13, 2024. However, an animated adaptation of the “Lord of the Rings” franchise has already been launched in certain international markets. Reports on its first box office earnings are being shared by Variety and Box Office Mojo.

The upcoming movie represents the first authentic “Lord of the Rings” production since Peter Jackson’s “Hobbit” trilogy, yet it offers something entirely fresh for multiple reasons. Firstly, unlike previous installments, this story will take place in the past and provide a unique viewpoint on Middle-earth. Secondly, it is an anime film.

Prior to its broad global and U.S. debut, we’ll share with you preliminary figures and essential data before the movie’s American opening, a move that will likely increase the ticket sales of the film at the box office.

The War of the Rohirrim,” a fresh addition to the Lord of the Rings movie series, offers a new perspective on the franchise and marks the first animated adaptation in over 40 years. This movie, under the guidance of renowned Japanese director Kenji Kamiyama, known for his work on Ghost in the Shell and Eden of the East, seems to be an impressive piece, as suggested by early reviews.

The film is scheduled for a global release on December 13, 2024, but it’s already premiered in various territories, according to Variety. Interestingly, the movie has been screened in 3,410 theaters across 31 countries, primarily in Latin America. Here’s how it fared:

Country Release Date Opening Gross
Argentina December 5, 2024 $37,000 $37,000
Brazil December 5, 2024 $106,000 $106,000
Costa Rica December 5, 2024 $33,000 $33,000
Italy December 5, 2024 $156,088 $329,781
Peru December 5, 2024 $31,000 $31,000
Singapore December 5, 2024 $25,000 $25,000

While Variety and Box Office Mojo show the film made only $2 million internationally during its opening week, it’s important to keep in mind that this figure might not tell the whole story, considering there are various factors at play.

As a gamer speaking from personal experience, I’ve noticed that the number of cinemas showing this movie is quite limited, especially in major markets like the USA, China, Japan, UK, and France. This could explain why the initial performance hasn’t been as strong as we might have hoped. Moreover, it seems that many fans weren’t aware that the film had already been released, which could have impacted ticket sales. To add to this, animated films, particularly anime, tend to bring in less revenue at the box office.

Given the current situation, the figures aren’t too dreadful and we anticipate a more significant improvement in the forthcoming weeks. Rest assured, we will keep you informed about any developments!

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2024-12-09 17:43