'The Fall Guy' opens 'below expectations'; kicks off summer box office with a $65.4 million opening at th
'The Fall Guy' opens 'below expectations'; kicks off summer box office with a $65.4 million opening at th
"The Fall Guy," starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, opened with a lukewarm $28.5 million, underperforming against the typical Marvel blockbuster openings like "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" which debuted with $118 million. Directed by David Leitch, the film garnered positive reviews and an "A-" CinemaScore but faces a challenge in recouping its $130 million budget with a global total of $65.4 million so far.
In contrast to superhero-dominated openings, "The Fall Guy" represents a shift as studios explore new genres to attract audiences. Despite strong reviews and star power, its modest opening reflects ongoing struggles in the film industry to match previous blockbuster seasons. Meanwhile, "Star Wars: The Phantom Menace" re-release surprised with $8.1 million, securing the second spot, indicating a nostalgic pull among audiences.