“Wuthering Heights Grosses $82M Worldwide, GOAT Nets $47M”
“Wuthering Heights” has emerged as the frontrunner at the global box office, grossing an impressive $82 million in its opening weekend. This figures as the top debut of the year, showcasing strong international interest alongside substantial domestic sales.
Box Office Breakdown for “Wuthering Heights”
The film accumulated $42 million from 76 international territories and $40 million from the domestic market over the four-day weekend. However, rival studios have forecasted that the North American total may realistically settle around $35 million through the upcoming President’s Day holiday.
Critical Reception and Future Outlook
Despite a robust opening, the movie’s mixed reviews and word-of-mouth suggest it may depend on international audiences to balance its $80 million production budget. Theaters retain about half of ticket sales, making the international market crucial for profitability.
Top International Markets
- United Kingdom: $10.3 million
- Italy: $4.4 million
- Australia: $4.3 million
Warner Bros. has not disclosed revenue figures from Asian territories, with significant markets like China and Japan yet to open.
Success of “GOAT” in Second Place
Following closely is Sony’s “GOAT,” which debuted with $47.6 million. This animated sports comedy, featuring a unique twist on basketball, garnered $15.6 million from 42 international markets.
International Performance of “GOAT”
- United Kingdom: $4.8 million
- Mexico: $1.8 million
- Spain: $1.2 million
The film, produced at a cost of $80 million, has not yet opened in 40% of the overseas markets, including key regions such as China and Germany.
Competitive Landscape with “Crime 101”
In third place, “Crime 101,” starring Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo, secured $12 million across 60 markets. The crime thriller, produced by Amazon MGM, faced challenges domestically, managing $15 million over the weekend, leading to a total of $29.7 million globally.
Performance Highlights of “Crime 101”
- United Kingdom: $2 million
- Australia: $1.4 million
- Saudi Arabia: $790,000
With a production cost of $90 million, “Crime 101” must sustain a robust box office presence to recoup expenses. Amazon MGM aims to foster its films’ visibility through theatrical releases before transitioning to streaming platforms.
Each of these films reflects different strategies in today’s competitive cinema landscape, as studios actively adjust to audience preferences and economic forecasts.
