James Gunn's 'Superman' Opens Strong with $122 Million in Domestic Sales
James Gunn's 'Superman' film grossed $122 million in its opening weekend, marking a significant milestone for DC Studios despite mixed reviews and soft international performance.
Boston Herald‘Superman’ soars to $122M opening
Gizmodo'Superman' Blasts Off To a Big Opening Weekend
Breitbart News‘Superman’ Debuts Domestic with $122 Million, Underwhelms with $95 Million Overseas
DeadlineJames Gunn Celebrates ‘Superman’s Box Office Win: “I’m Incredibly Grateful For Your Enthusiasm”
Overview
'Superman' grossed $122 million in its opening weekend, the highest for a DC title since 'Wonder Woman' in 2017.
The film received an 82% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the best for the franchise since the early Christopher Reeve films.
Despite a strong domestic performance, 'Superman' only earned $95 million internationally across 78 markets.
The film, directed by James Gunn, cost approximately $225 million to produce, indicating a need for continued strong performance.
Audiences rated 'Superman' with an 'A-' CinemaScore, reflecting a generally positive reception despite mixed critical reviews.
Analysis
Sources frame the "Superman" opening as a crucial "new start" and "quite a win" for DC Studios, emphasizing its role in rebuilding "trust of the fanbase" after past failures. The tone is cautiously optimistic, highlighting James Gunn's successful direction and positive critical reception as key to this much-needed turnaround for the franchise.