Paramount’s release of the film “IF” directed by John Krasinski has seen a surprising amount of international success. Despite some harsh critical reviews, the film has managed to rake in $24M from international markets. The movie, which also brought in $35M in its domestic debut, has now reached a total of $59M worldwide. The positive word of mouth surrounding “IF” is expected to contribute to its long-term playability in theaters.
The film saw a notable increase in box office numbers on Saturday compared to Friday in many major offshore markets. It opened at the No. 1 spot in the UK with $3.2M, including preview screenings. Other impressive openings include Mexico with $2.8M at No. 2, Australia with $2M in the top spot, and Germany with $905K at No. 4. Spain also had a solid start at No. 2 with $850K. Noteworthy releases in Italy, Brazil, Korea, UAE, and Poland show promise for the film’s global success.
In another successful box office run, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” added $40.6M from 52 international markets in its second weekend. The film has now reached $136.3M overseas, leading to a global total of $237.5M. Notable staying power in markets like Brazil, UK, Germany, Australia, Italy, Korea, and Spain have shown positive signs for the film’s overall performance. The movie has already become the highest-grossing installment in Bulgaria, Turkey, and Colombia.
Despite its upcoming domestic release, “The Garfield Movie” continues to perform well overseas, bringing in $10.3M from 27 international markets in its third weekend. The movie has maintained a solid -28% hold, with a cumulative total of $49M. The film is expected to perform well in upcoming markets such as Saudi Arabia, UK, Indonesia, Australia, Poland, France, and Japan.
“The Fall Guy” starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt has earned $7.2M from 81 markets, including a $900K debut in China. The film’s global total now stands at $127.6M. With strong showings in the UK, Australia, Germany, France, and Mexico, “The Fall Guy” is seeing steady performance in key international markets.
The international box office landscape is both challenging and rewarding for the film industry. While some films like “IF” and “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” have found success despite critical reception, others like “The Garfield Movie” and “The Fall Guy” are gradually building momentum in the global market. The ever-changing dynamics of the international box office highlight the importance of strategic release plans and audience reception in determining a film’s success on a global scale.