Overview of Box Office Performance

Impressive Global Opening

The latest installment in the Planet of the Apes franchise, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, is making waves with its strong debut at the box office, expected to reach a whopping $125M globally over the weekend.

International Box Office Numbers

Solid Start Overseas

Directed by Wes Ball, the film has already amassed approximately $31M internationally by Friday. The domestic market is also showing promise, with projected earnings of $52M-$55M for the full opening weekend.

Challenges and Potential

Considerations for Overseas Markets

While overseas earnings are estimated to reach $70M, there are hurdles to overcome, particularly in China. Despite securing the top spot at the box office in China, the market is experiencing softness following a recent holiday weekend, compounded by the inclusion of a workday on Saturday.

Critical Reception

Mixed Reviews

Although the film has received positive ratings from platforms like Maoyan (9.1) and TPP (9.2), critical reception on Douban has been lukewarm, with a score of 6.7, the lowest in the recent series.

Market Estimates

Navigating Uncertain Markets

Estimates for the Chinese market, known for its unpredictability, hover around $11M, highlighting the challenges of forecasting in such a dynamic environment.