Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ Bounces Back with $88M Worldwide, While ‘Bride’ Flops at $13M
Pixar’s latest animated feature, “Hoppers,” has achieved remarkable success upon its global debut, garnering $88 million worldwide. This total includes $46 million from the United States and $42 million from international markets, solidifying its status as a standout release for the studio.
Record-Breaking Opening for “Hoppers”
The film achieved the best opening weekend for an original animated film since “Coco” was released in 2017. “Hoppers” surpassed the global opening figures of previous Pixar originals, including “Onward” and “Elemental,” which reported $65.6 million and $65.1 million, respectively.
U.S. Audience Reception
In its opening weekend, “Hoppers” drew a diverse audience, composed of 52% general viewers and 48% families. Notably, the film experienced a significant improvement in box office performance, with a Saturday total of $19.1 million, a 45% increase from Friday’s previews.
International Markets Perform Well
- UK: $6.4 million
- Mexico: $3.7 million
- France: $3.6 million
- Germany: $3.5 million
- Spain: $2.8 million
- Korea: $2.1 million
- Italy: $1.9 million
- Brazil: $1.8 million
“Hoppers” emerged as the top animated film in several international markets. The movie outperformed local competitors, particularly in France, where it claimed the No. 1 spot against the established family title, “Marsupilami.”
Looking Ahead
The film is expected to continue its strong performance in upcoming releases, including premieres in Japan, Israel, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Vietnam. Furthermore, it is set to debut in China on March 20 and Australia on March 26, coinciding with school holidays.
“The Bride!” Fails to Impress
In stark contrast, “The Bride!” underperformed tremendously, earning only $13.6 million worldwide. Despite an international revenue of $6.3 million and a domestic total of $7.3 million, this figure fell far short of Warner’s expectations of $38 million to $40 million.
Poor Critical Reception
The film struggled to draw audiences, particularly in Europe, where it failed to break into the top 10 in many markets. The UK recorded the highest figures for “The Bride!” at $950,000, followed by notable but modest earnings from Mexico and China.
- UK: $950,000
- Mexico: $753,000
- China: $538,000
- France: $406,000
- Brazil: $376,000
With high production and marketing costs estimated at $80 million and $65 million respectively, the disappointing performance raises questions about the film’s future potential and appeal.
Conclusion
As “Hoppers” celebrates its victory, “The Bride!” serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of box office performances in the film industry. Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching the upcoming releases and their respective impacts.
