The highly anticipated film “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” has proven to be a box office hit internationally, with a strong opening weekend. The movie raked in an impressive $47.9 million in 62 markets in just three days. The film’s international performance was particularly boosted by the Chinese market, where it earned $18 million on Saturday alone. This successful opening weekend in China is a positive indicator for the film’s overall box office run. With domestic numbers also strong, it is predicted that “Godzilla x Kong” will surpass $175 million by the end of the weekend.
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In China, “Godzilla x Kong” had a remarkable debut with an 80% market share on 35,698 screens. This opening day performance in China rivaled that of other blockbuster films like “Jurassic World Dominion” and outperformed previous installments in the Monsterverse series. Additionally, the film’s opening in the UK saw it earning $2.4 million, securing the top spot at the box office ahead of other releases. Premium formats like IMAX, 3D, and 4DX also contributed significantly to the film’s box office numbers.
The success of “Godzilla x Kong” wasn’t limited to China and the UK, as other international markets also showed strong support for the film. In Mexico, the film earned $7.2 million, while Spain and Australia pulled in $2.2 million and $1.9 million respectively. These numbers indicate a widespread appeal for the movie across different regions. In India, the film had the biggest opening day for a Warner Bros film, demonstrating the brand’s strong presence in the country.
Looking ahead, “Godzilla x Kong” has the potential to surpass $100 million in China alone, which is considered a significant milestone for a modern blockbuster. The film’s positive reception in key international markets sets a solid foundation for its future box office performance. With updates still coming in, it will be interesting to see how the film continues to fare globally.
“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” has made a strong impression at the international box office, capitalizing on the popularity of the Monsterverse franchise. With impressive opening weekend numbers and positive audience feedback, the film is on track to become a major box office success both domestically and abroad.
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