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‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Lands 8th Biggest Opening of All Time
Deadpool’s triumphant return to the big screen, alongside Wolverine in the R-rated “Deadpool & Wolverine,” has shattered box office records. With a staggering $205 million domestic debut, it secured the eighth-biggest opening weekend of all time and the largest ever for an R-rated film.
The movie’s global success is even more impressive, earning $233.3 million internationally, bringing its worldwide total to a massive $438.3 million. This success propelled Marvel Cinematic Universe films past the $30 billion mark, solidifying its position as the highest-grossing franchise in history.
The film, directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool and Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, exceeded expectations with strong reviews and a 97% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie’s appeal crossed demographics, attracting a diverse audience and proving its strength across all age groups.
Related – Pixar’s ‘Inside Out 2’ Soars to Become Highest-Grossing Animated Film Ever
In addition to “Deadpool & Wolverine’s” success, Disney’s “Inside Out 2” also made history, becoming the highest-grossing animated film of all time domestically, surpassing fellow Pixar title “Incredibles 2.”
This weekend’s box office highlights the continued dominance of the Disney-owned Marvel franchise and the enduring popularity of Pixar’s animated storytelling. With “Deadpool & Wolverine” setting new records, it’s clear that both franchises have a bright future ahead.
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