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Marvel's Fantastic Four Fizzles, New Flicks Shine
North America, USASun Aug 03 2025
The Fantastic Four's latest movie is not living up to expectations. After a strong start, it's losing momentum fast.
Box Office Numbers
- Second Week Drop: 66%
- Earnings: $40 million
This is a big letdown, especially since it had good reviews and not much competition.
Other Movies Doing Better
"The Bad Guys 2"
- Opening Weekend: $22.8 million
- Expert Opinion: Doing exactly what it should
"The Naked Gun"
- Starring: Liam Neeson
- Opening Weekend: $17 million
- Critics & Audiences: High marks
"Together"
- Genre: Horror
- Opening Weekend: Smaller but still well
- Unique Offer: Free therapy for couples
Older Movies Still Bringing in Money
- "Superman"
- Worldwide Earnings: Over $551 million
- "Jurassic World Rebirth"
- Global Gross: $766 million
Conclusion
The box office is changing. Some movies struggle, while others find their audience. The Fantastic Four might not be saving the day this time, but there are plenty of other films to enjoy.
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questions
What elements contributed to the strong debut of 'The Naked Gun' and how can other comedies replicate this success?
What if 'The Bad Guys 2' characters decided to pull off a heist at the box office instead of on screen?
Could the significant drop in 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' second weekend be a result of a coordinated effort to undermine the film's success?
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