The highly anticipated movie featuring Deadpool & Wolverine stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, along with filmmaker Shawn Levy and Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige, is making waves before it even hits theaters. According to multiple sources in the box office industry, the film is set to break records for a preview night of an R-rated movie. Initial estimates suggest that it could bring in $35 million, with potential to surpass $40 million. This would place it among the top nine preview nights in history, a feat that is not to be taken lightly.
Surpassing Previous Records
The previous record for an R-rated movie preview night was held by Deadpool 2, with $18.6 million in 2018. However, Deadpool & Wolverine has already surpassed that number, indicating a strong demand from audiences for this unique pairing of characters. With the first installment of Deadpool holding the R-rated 3-day record at $132.4 million, it will be interesting to see if this new film can come close to or even surpass that figure.
Despite the unconventional pairing of characters and the R-rating, Deadpool & Wolverine has received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. With 81% of reviews on Rotten Tomatoes being certified fresh and a stellar 97% audience rating, it is clear that fans are eagerly anticipating this new addition to the Marvel universe. This level of approval bodes well for the film’s success at the box office.
While some skeptics may doubt the ability of an R-rated film to reach the same heights as a PG-13 film, the success of other Marvel movies like Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness and Avengers: Infinity War in their preview nights suggests otherwise. With Doctor Strange bringing in $36 million in previews and Avengers: Infinity War making $39 million, there is a precedent for R-rated movies to perform exceptionally well. Deadpool & Wolverine may just surprise everyone and exceed expectations.
Deadpool & Wolverine is poised to make a significant impact on the box office, with record-breaking preview numbers and strong critical and audience support. As fans eagerly await the release of this unconventional superhero movie, the potential for success seems limitless. With the backing of Marvel Studios and a talented cast and crew, Deadpool & Wolverine has all the ingredients for a blockbuster hit.