In an exclusive reveal just moments before Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Shawn Levy, and Kevin Feige took the stage at Comic-Con’s Hall H, it has been reported that the highly anticipated movie “Deadpool & Wolverine” is on track to break records for a preview night for an R-rated film. Box office sources are projecting an impressive $35 million for the preview night, with the potential to exceed $40 million by morning. This surge in numbers is not entirely unforeseen, as movies with a more adult-oriented tone tend to perform well in late-night showings.
The dynamic duo of Deadpool and Wolverine have already surpassed the previous record for an R-rated preview night, which was held by “Deadpool 2” with $18.6 million in 2018. The first Deadpool film still holds the record for the highest grossing R-rated film with a $132.4 million weekend. With the overwhelmingly positive critical reception (81% certified fresh on Rotten Tomatoes) and audience approval rating of 97%, the sky seems to be the limit for Deadpool & Wolverine.
Many industry experts are speculating on how high Deadpool & Wolverine will soar at the box office. Some are hesitant to predict that it will reach the heights of PG-13 films, as an R-rating traditionally poses more limits on the audience demographic. However, it is worth noting that films like “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” and “Avengers: Infinity War” have set the bar high with impressive preview numbers that translated into massive opening weekend grosses.
Attendees lucky enough to score a seat in Hall H will have the unique opportunity to see the Shawn Levy-helmed “Deadpool & Wolverine” for free. This exclusive premiere for the Comic-Con crowd is sure to generate even more buzz and excitement surrounding the film, setting the stage for a potentially record-breaking opening weekend.
Overall, the anticipation and buzz surrounding “Deadpool & Wolverine” at Comic-Con are palpable, and it seems that the film is poised to make a significant impact at the box office. With record-breaking preview night numbers and a stellar critical reception, fans of the Merc with a Mouth and the clawed mutant can rest assured that they are in for an unforgettable cinematic experience.