Los Angeles, CA – Marvel Studios’ latest film, “Deadpool & Wolverine,” is creating a buzz eight weeks before its scheduled release date. The highly anticipated movie, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, has already raked in an impressive $8 million in first-day ticket sales. This success is remarkable for an R-rated film so far ahead of its premiere on July 26.
While there are no exact comparisons for the ticket sales of “Deadpool & Wolverine” in post-Covid times, its current earnings surpass the 24-hour advance ticket sales of other popular films like “The Batman,” “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3,” and “John Wick: Chapter 4.” The high demand for tickets indicates a strong opening weekend for the film.
Industry experts predict that “Deadpool & Wolverine” will be one of the blockbuster hits this summer, alongside other highly anticipated movies like “Inside Out 2,” “Despicable Me 4,” and “Twisters.” The film is expected to draw a large audience back to theaters after a challenging year for the entertainment industry.
Excitement for the movie is evident, with AMC ticket sales already exceeding expectations. AMC Boss Adam Aron took to Twitter to express his enthusiasm, noting that more than 200,000 movie fans have purchased their tickets for “Deadpool & Wolverine.” The film’s popularity is evident by the record-breaking ticket sales at AMC.
The previous installments in the “Deadpool” franchise have been extremely successful, grossing a combined $1.56 billion at the global box office. These films were produced by 20th Century Fox before the Disney merger, marking a significant milestone for Marvel fans.
Both “Deadpool” and its sequel saw impressive box office numbers upon their respective releases, further solidifying the franchise’s popularity among audiences. With the anticipation building for “Deadpool & Wolverine,” fans eagerly await its premiere and the excitement it is sure to bring to theaters.