Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu is now available on PVOD platforms following a theatrical run that grossed $344 million against a $165 million budget. The film marks the lowest-grossing live-action Star Wars movie to date and earned mixed reviews, with IGN giving it a 5/10 and Rotten Tomatoes settling at 60%.
Warner Bros.' Supergirl is forecasted to end its theatrical run with a substantial loss, potentially exceeding $100 million, after a disappointing opening weekend with only $68 million globally. The film's poor performance, coupled with mixed fan reactions and a crowded summer release schedule, contributes to the projected loss. Despite this, DC Studios remains confident in its broader strategy.
Peter Serafinowicz, the voice of Darth Maul in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, expresses deep disappointment with the film, citing both creative and financial letdowns. Despite being a huge Star Wars fan, Serafinowicz found the experience and the final product underwhelming. He also criticizes his pay for the role, likening it to "s* money."
The Backrooms, a concept born from a 2018 4Chan meme, has evolved into a cultural horror phenomenon, inspiring a successful movie that topped the box office with a $81.4 million opening. Director Kane Parsons, just 20, achieved this feat with his feature-length adaptation of the creepy liminal space concept. From its humble beginnings as an image of a distorted yellow room, The Backrooms have captivated audiences, exploring the terrifying idea of being trapped in endless, shifting empty spaces.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu experienced a significant 69% drop at the box office in its second weekend, earning $25 million domestically. This substantial decline, from a $102 million debut to a $137 million domestic total, suggests the film's appeal was largely limited to die-hard fans eager for a big-screen Star Wars return. Despite this, the movie's future on Disney+ may yet salvage its performance.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has officially become the second-highest-grossing video game adaptation, overtaking A Minecraft Movie with a worldwide gross of over $964 million. This milestone cements Nintendo's dominance in video game adaptations, with The Super Mario Bros. Movie still leading the charts. The success paves the way for upcoming Nintendo adaptations, including a live-action The Legend of Zelda movie.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 continues its box office reign, crossing $400 million globally in its second weekend, with $433.2 million worldwide. Mortal Kombat II, despite a promising start with a $63 million global opening weekend, faces an uphill climb to profitability given its $80 million production cost. The Devil Wears Prada 2's success underscores its broad appeal, outperforming Mortal Kombat II in both domestic and international markets.
Shigeru Miyamoto has imposed a ban on "dirty jokes" in The Super Mario Movie franchise, citing a desire to protect children's innocence. Despite this, Wario, known for his crude humor, may still appear in future films. The franchise's box office success, with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie earning $898 million, ensures sequels are likely, with a potential 2029 release for the third major Mario film.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple director Nia DaCosta reflects on the film's underwhelming box office performance, citing potential release timing issues. The movie grossed $58 million, a third of its predecessor's $151 million. The future of the planned trilogy's Part Three remains uncertain despite earlier confirmations.
Nintendo's next untitled Mario movie arrives on April 12, 2028. This marks the third collaboration with Illumination, following major box office successes.
