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Academy Award-winning director Bong Joon-ho's highly anticipated sci-fi comedy, "Mickey 17," starring Robert Pattinson, Mark Ruffalo, and a stellar ensemble cast, finally hit theaters last week in North America and other international markets. The initial box office figures for its opening weekend have now been released. Estimates show that "Mickey 17" topped the North American box office with $19.1 million, while international territories contributed an additional $34.2 million, bringing its global opening weekend total to $53.3 million. Premium formats, including IMAX and Dolby Cinema, accounted for a significant 47% of the film's ticket sales.
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While these numbers might not be dire for a smaller, original film, "Mickey 17" carries a substantial financial burden. Its production budget alone stands at a hefty $118 million, with an additional $80 million reportedly spent on marketing, pushing its total cost close to $200 million. According to a senior executive at a rival studio familiar with large-scale productions, the film would need to gross at least $275 million to $300 million globally during its theatrical run just to break even or turn a profit. Given its current trajectory, "Mickey 17" faces an uphill battle even to reach the $200 million mark, raising concerns about its ability to recoup its significant investment.
via： Variety