Fantastic Four and F1 Set Box Office Records

Marvel's latest film leads the box office with impressive earnings alongside Brad Pitt's success.

Fantastic Four Hits $369 Million While F1 Becomes Brad Pitt's Highest Grossing Film

Marvel's The Fantastic Four: First Steps reached a global total of $369 million in its second weekend, despite a 54% drop from its opening weekend. The film earned $39.6 million overseas, contributing to an international total of $170.3 million. Meanwhile, Brad Pitt's F1 surpassed World War Z as his highest-grossing film ever, bringing in $17.2 million from 78 overseas markets for a global total of $545.6 million. Other notable releases included The Naked Gun, which debuted with $11.5 million, and Jurassic World Rebirth, which collected $16.2 million.

The performance of The Fantastic Four highlights a strong start for Marvel, but the steep drop in ticket sales indicates a possible lack of enduring viewer interest. On the other hand, F1's success showcases Brad Pitt's ability to draw audiences, particularly in overseas markets. This trend signals that established stars still have significant box office appeal, even in a saturated market. The overall box office landscape reflects shifting audience preferences and the impact of local films, especially in Asia.

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As theaters adapt to changing viewer demands, the future of box office hits remains to be seen.