New data reveals why the groundswell of buzz around 'Barbie' and 'Oppenheimer' could help reverse Hollywood's box-office doldrums in spite of the actors' strike
on Wednesday said the period piece could open domestically at anywhere from $52 million to $72 million.
But even with the burst that may come from"Barbie" director Greta Gerwig's all-pink tribute to the world's most iconic doll — it's expected to open between $140 million and $175 million, according to Boxoffice Pro — it may be too soon to put on rose-colored glasses just yet. At the London premiere of"Oppenheimer" on July 13, actors including Matt Damon, Emily Blunt, and Rami Malekwith their union. And, if their decision serves as any harbinger for what to expect during the rest of the summer season, our thermostats may still be poised to shatter more records than any film at the box office.
This story has been updated to reflect new box office estimates and an estimate of how many moviegoers will see"Barbie" and"Oppenheimer" on the same day. Are you a Hollywood insider? Get in touch with this reporter. Reed Alexander can be reached via email at [email protected], or SMS/the encrypted app Signal at 247-5758.Subscribe to push notifications
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