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entertainment1 year ago

"Red One" Struggles at Box Office Despite Star Power and High Budget

The Christmas action movie 'Red One,' starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, is set to surpass $100 million at the global box office. Despite a slower start in the U.S. and Canada, the film has gained momentum with strong weekday earnings. Originally intended as a streaming release, Amazon MGM Studios pivoted to a theatrical release, aiming to recoup its $100 million global marketing costs. The film faces competition from upcoming releases like 'Wicked Part One' and 'Gladiator II.'

via Deadline|
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entertainment1 year ago

Dwayne Johnson's 'Red One' Struggles with $32M Opening Amid Streaming Uncertainty

The holiday-themed action comedy 'Red One,' starring Chris Evans and Dwayne Johnson, is currently in theaters but is expected to be available on premium video-on-demand (PVOD) platforms between December 6 and 10, following its November 15 release. Due to its poor box office performance and critical reception, the film's streaming release on Amazon Prime Video or MGM+ might occur around February 13, 2025, following a typical 90-day theatrical window.

via The Direct|
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entertainment1 year ago

'Red One' Struggles at Box Office, Aiming for Streaming Success

"Red One," starring Dwayne Johnson, opened with $34 million domestically and $50 million internationally, totaling $84 million globally. Despite being labeled a flop due to its $350 million budget, the film's theatrical release was initially intended for streaming, making its box office performance relatively successful. With strong audience ratings and a record for streaming-to-theatrical releases, "Red One" is expected to perform well on Amazon Prime Video, highlighting the evolving dynamics of streaming and theatrical releases.

via SlashFilm|
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entertainment1 year ago

Dwayne Johnson's 'Red One' Struggles at Box Office, Raises Streaming Profit Questions

Dwayne Johnson's latest film, "Red One," a Christmas-themed movie, is struggling at the box office, debuting with only $34 million against a $250 million budget. Despite some positive audience scores, the film is unlikely to break even, needing around $500 million to do so. The movie's performance is seen as a sign of Johnson's waning box office draw in the 2020s, contrasting with his past successes. With competition from upcoming releases, "Red One" may not last in theaters through the Christmas season.

via Bleeding Fool|
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entertainment1 year ago

Dwayne Johnson's 'Red One' Opens to Modest $34M Amid High Expectations

"Red One," a Christmas action comedy starring Dwayne Johnson, debuted with a modest $34.1 million at the North American box office, despite its hefty $250 million budget. While it topped the box office, the film's performance raises questions about the success metrics for big-budget films, especially those initially intended for streaming. Amazon MGM views theatrical releases as a marketing tool for streaming, but the film's financial success remains uncertain. Meanwhile, other films like "Venom 3" and "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" continue to perform at varying levels.

via AOL|
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film1 year ago

Dwayne Johnson's 'Red One' Struggles with $34M Box Office Debut

Dwayne Johnson's Christmas action comedy 'Red One' debuted with a modest $34.1 million at the North American box office, despite its hefty $250 million budget. While it topped the domestic box office, the film's performance raises questions about the success metrics for big-budget films, especially those initially intended for streaming. Critics were not impressed, but audiences gave it an "A-" on CinemaScore. Amazon MGM views theatrical releases as a marketing tool for streaming, though the film's financial success remains uncertain.

via Variety|
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entertainment1 year ago

'Red One' Struggles with Modest Box Office Debut

The Christmas action film 'Red One,' starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, is projected to earn $30 million in its opening weekend, despite a production budget of at least $200 million. While this figure is modest, it surpasses the opening of Apple's 'Killers of the Flower Moon' and is set to be the highest-grossing film of the weekend. Amazon Studios may be banking on the film's long-term holiday appeal and its subsequent streaming release to boost its financial success.

via Vulture|
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film1 year ago

'Red One' Struggles at Box Office Despite Star Power

"Red One," starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, opened with $10.9 million on its first day, falling short of expectations for its $250 million budget. Despite the lukewarm box office performance, Amazon MGM hopes the film will perform well on Prime Video, especially during the holiday season. The film, directed by Jake Kasdan, received mixed reviews but positive audience feedback. It faces competition from other major releases like "Wicked" and "Gladiator II."

via Variety|
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movies1 year ago

Jake Kasdan Discusses 'Red One' and His Cinematic Journey with Dwayne Johnson

Director Jake Kasdan discusses his new Christmas action-comedy film 'Red One,' starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, where Johnson plays a miniature version of himself as Santa's head of security. Kasdan also addresses the challenges of integrating Kirsten Dunst's character into the Jumanji reboot series, citing plot complications from the original film's ending. Despite reports of Johnson's misbehavior on set, Kasdan defends him as a professional and enjoyable collaborator. The next Jumanji film is slated for 2026.

via Hollywood Reporter|
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entertainment1 year ago

Dwayne Johnson's 'Red One' Mixes Muscle and Merriment in Holiday Comedy

The $200 million production 'Red One,' starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, opened with $3.7 million in previews and is projected to earn $30-35 million in its opening weekend, potentially setting a record for a streaming service feature film. Despite poor reviews, Amazon MGM Studios hopes the film will become a holiday staple on Prime Video. The movie has already grossed $36 million internationally, though its reception has been mixed.

via Deadline|
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entertainment1 year ago

'Red One': A Festive Flop with Dwayne Johnson and Folklore Villains

The Christmas action comedy 'Red One' is criticized for its lackluster plot and poor execution, despite a star-studded cast including J.K. Simmons and Dwayne Johnson. The film, viewed in a 4DX theater, was described as a chaotic and uncomfortable experience, with excessive CGI and a convoluted storyline. The immersive 4DX effects, such as shaking seats and water sprays, added to the negative experience, making the film feel more like a turbulent ride than entertainment.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
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film1 year ago

Dwayne Johnson Faces Backlash for Comparing 'Red One' to 'Oppenheimer'

Dwayne Johnson was inspired by watching 'Oppenheimer' in Imax to ensure his Christmas action film 'Red One' could also be experienced in the premium format. Despite this ambition, 'Red One' has not achieved the same success, with a disappointing international box office performance and critical reviews. The film, directed by Jake Kasdan, is set to open in U.S. theaters on November 15.

via Variety|
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movies1 year ago

Dwayne Johnson's 'Red One' Launches with Strong Box Office and Mixed Reviews

Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans star in 'Red One,' a $250 million Christmas movie opening in North America, aiming for a $30-$35 million debut. Originally intended for Prime Video, the film is now a theatrical release by Amazon MGM, hoping to become a holiday staple and launch a franchise. Despite mixed reviews, the film is part of a year-end tentpole lineup, with Amazon focusing on subscriber growth over box office returns. The movie's success will be measured by its global box office and Prime Video performance.

via Hollywood Reporter|
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entertainment1 year ago

Dwayne Johnson's 'Red One' Aims for $30M Box Office Success

Dwayne Johnson's new Christmas action-comedy 'Red One' is aiming for a $30-35 million box office debut, despite mixed projections and a hefty $250 million production cost. The film, directed by Jake Kasdan, has received poor reviews, with a 30% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. While Amazon MGM views theatrical releases as a way to attract talent and generate buzz for Prime Video, the film's financial success remains uncertain. 'Red One' has already earned $26.6 million internationally and is expected to top the domestic box office as the only new release this weekend.

via AOL|
#amazon-mgm#box-office#christmas-movie
film1 year ago

Dwayne Johnson's 'Red One' Aims for Box Office Glory Amid Mixed Reviews

Dwayne Johnson's Christmas action-comedy 'Red One' is projected to earn $30-$35 million in its opening weekend from 4,032 locations, though estimates vary from $25 million to $40 million. Despite its $250 million production cost, Amazon MGM views theatrical releases as a way to attract talent and generate buzz for Prime Video, rather than solely focusing on box office success. The film, directed by Jake Kasdan, has received poor reviews, with a 30% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, but is expected to top the domestic box office as the only new release this weekend.

via Variety|
#amazon-mgm#box-office#christmas-movie