Box Office Update: Superhuman Soars Past $200 Million
The latest superhero film, Superhuman, has exceeded the $200 million mark at the North American box office, with a domestic total of $194.4 million as of Friday. Worldwide, the film has grossed $337.2 million and is expected to surpass $400 million in global ticket sales, making it the top-grossing superhero film of the year.
A Strong Second Weekend Ahead
Superhuman is expected to hold strong in its second weekend, with estimates suggesting it will earn $56 to $57 million in the US, a drop of 54 to 55 percent from its opening weekend. This would bring the film’s 10-day domestic total to $234 million by Sunday. The film’s strong word of mouth and positive reviews are contributing to its success, making it a must-see for fans of the genre.
Competition from Other Films
While Superhuman is dominating the box office, other films are struggling to keep up. The R-rated horror film, I Know What You Did Last Summer, earned $5.8 million on Friday, including $2.2 million from preview screenings on Thursday. The film has received poor reviews from critics, with a 33 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and a C+ Cinemascore from audiences.
Smurf Falls Flat
The animated family film, Smurf, also failed to impress, earning $4 million on Friday without any preview screenings on Thursday. Despite an all-star voice cast, including Rihanna, the film has received negative reviews from critics. However, audiences have given the film a B+ Cinemascore, indicating that it may still have some appeal for families.
Upcoming Releases
Marvel is hoping to turn its fortunes around with the release of Fantastic Four: First Steps on July 25. The film will provide direct competition to Superhuman, which has had a week to itself at the top of the box office. Both films are trying to reboot their respective franchises, and it will be interesting to see how they perform in the coming weeks.
A Closer Look at I Know What You Did Last Summer
The new episode of I Know What You Did Last Summer follows a group of friends who try to cover up a random death for which they were responsible. The action takes place three decades after the original film and follows a similar plot, with a killer armed with a metal hook and clad in a fisherman’s slicker and hat. The film has a new cast, including Madelnn Cline, Chase Sui Wunder, and Jonah Hauer-King, although Jennifer Hewitt and Freddie Prince Jr. reprise their roles from the original films.
Smurf’s Storyline
The animated film, Smurf, follows Smurfette, who leads a mission to save her guide and ends up in the real world. The story takes her to various locations, including Paris, Munich, and the Australian outback, where she meets small, feathered creatures called Snoterpoots. The film features a star-studded voice cast, including Rihanna, Nick Offerman, and Natasha Lyonne, and is full of dance and song.
