The highly anticipated film Deadpool & Wolverine has been dominating the global box office, nearing the impressive $900 million mark in its third week of worldwide release. Director Shawn Levy’s blockbuster has already raked in a total of $879.2 million, with $421 million coming from the domestic box office and $458.2 million from international markets. It is expected that the film will surpass the $900 million milestone with today’s figures, setting a new record for itself.
As Deadpool & Wolverine continues to make waves at the box office, industry experts predict that it will hit the $1 billion mark this upcoming weekend. If the film accomplishes this feat, it will join the elite ranks of U.S. R-rated movies that have crossed the billion-dollar threshold, following in the footsteps of 2019’s Joker. Additionally, Deadpool & Wolverine is on track to surpass Oppenheimer as the second-highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time, solidifying its position as a record-breaking success.
One remarkable achievement by Deadpool & Wolverine is its rapid ascent to the $1 billion mark, outpacing the performance of Joker despite not having a release in China. The film will also mark Disney’s second billion-dollar grosser of the year, following the success of Inside Out 2. With these remarkable milestones, Deadpool & Wolverine is positioned as one of the standout movies of 2024, setting the bar high for future blockbusters.
Over the weekend, Deadpool & Wolverine surpassed the worldwide box office totals of both Deadpool and Deadpool 2, further solidifying its status as a global phenomenon. The film’s success has propelled it up the domestic ranks, overtaking fan-favorite Marvel films such as Iron Man 3 and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness to claim a spot in the Top 10 MCU films of all time. Deadpool & Wolverine currently sits at number 9, with the potential to climb even higher.
Global Box Office Performance
In terms of international box office performance, Deadpool & Wolverine has been particularly strong in key markets around the world. The top 10 markets for the film through Tuesday include China, the UK, Mexico, Australia, Germany, France, Brazil, India, Spain, and Italy. With impressive figures from these markets, Deadpool & Wolverine’s global domination shows no signs of slowing down.
Deadpool & Wolverine’s box office success is a testament to the power of strong storytelling, engaging characters, and thrilling action sequences. As the film continues to break records and captivate audiences worldwide, it is clear that Deadpool & Wolverine has secured its place as a blockbuster for the ages.