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Retro Gamer

Marvel had its biggest month ever on Disney Plus in August thanks to Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday

Marvel achieved its highest-ever month on Disney Plus in August, driven by the success of "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" and anticipation for "Avengers: Doomsday." The company reported over 420 million hours streamed in August, with "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" also performing strongly at the box office.

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Retro Gamer

Despite Spider-Man: Brand New Day breaking box office records, Sony boss says he doesn't know when Spider-Man 5 will release: "We don’t have a date for it yet"

Despite Spider-Man: Brand New Day achieving record-breaking box office success, Sony Pictures Entertainment CEO Ravi Ahuja stated that a release date for Spider-Man 5 has not yet been set. Ahuja expressed surprise at the film's performance, attributing its emotional resonance and action-packed scenes to its appeal. While a release window for Spider-Man 5 is uncertain, a Spider-Verse movie is slated for next year.

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Retro Gamer

We're less than 100 days out from Avengers: Doomsday and it's already made $40 million

Avengers: Doomsday has already achieved a record-breaking $40 million in domestic pre-sales in the US, 100 days before its December 18, 2026 release. This strong performance suggests it could potentially surpass Avengers: Endgame's worldwide gross. The film faces competition from Dune: Part 3 and will see a re-release of Endgame on September 25.

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Retro Gamer

It seems like Marvel fans can see Avengers: Doomsday 2 days early in some locations – here's how

Marvel fans may be able to see Avengers: Doomsday two days before its official December 18 release date through special advance screenings in select locations, such as a December 16 showing in California. The film has already generated $40 million in pre-sale tickets, and Robert Downey Jr. is confirmed to return as Victor Von Doom.

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Retro Gamer

Cinema isn't dead after all as 2026 marked the biggest summer ever at the box office

The summer of 2026 marked the highest-grossing season ever at the US box office, earning $4.76 billion. This success was driven by major blockbusters like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and The Odyssey, as well as surprise hits and franchise sequels. Industry experts believe this resurgence has reminded audiences of the joy of moviegoing, potentially revitalizing the cinema industry.

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Retro Gamer

The Odyssey passes $1.6 billion on its way to becoming Universal's highest-grossing movie ever

Christopher Nolan's epic film "The Odyssey" has surpassed $1.6 billion at the global box office, positioning it to become Universal's highest-grossing movie ever, surpassing "Jurassic World." The film's success is attributed to strong demand, including extended IMAX 70mm screenings, and its critical acclaim as the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time.

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Retro Gamer

Zach Cregger's Resident Evil is tracking to open far bigger than any previous Resident Evil movie

Zach Cregger's new Resident Evil movie is projected to open with $40-50 million in the US, significantly outperforming previous installments in the franchise. Despite creative deviations from the game's canon and the absence of fan-favorite characters, the film's original story and Cregger's directorial vision are credited for its strong box office tracking.

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Gamespot

Resident Evil Could Have Its Biggest Opening Weekend Ever With Its New Movie

The new Resident Evil movie, directed by Zach Cregger, is projected to have the franchise's biggest opening weekend, with analysts predicting between $40 and $50 million in North America. This figure would significantly surpass previous installments like Resident Evil: Afterlife and outperform the box office bomb Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City.

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Retro Gamer

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is officially the highest-grossing Marvel movie at the US box office after dethroning…

Spider-Man: Brand New Day has officially become the highest-grossing Marvel movie at the US domestic box office, surpassing Avengers: Endgame. While Endgame still holds the global record, Brand New Day's domestic earnings have reached $855 million and are projected to climb higher. The film is set four years after Spider-Man: No Way Home and has received critical acclaim with a 90% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes.

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Retro Gamer

Spider-Man: Brand New Day has crossed a huge box office milestone, and has already made more than No Way Home in 3 weeks

Spider-Man: Brand New Day has surpassed $2 billion at the global box office in under a month, exceeding the total gross of Spider-Man: No Way Home. The film is now aiming for a top 3 all-time global box office finish and has already broken opening weekend records. Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige attributed the success to a focus on narrative depth rather than scale.

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Retro Gamer

Star Wars needs a win, and IMAX boss thinks Starfighter might be the one: "That's a throwback to the Harrison…

IMAX CEO Rich Gelfond expressed optimism for the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter film, starring Ryan Gosling, calling it a "throwback to the Harrison Ford kind of Star Wars." Despite recent box office disappointments like The Mandalorian and Grogu, Gelfond believes Starfighter will be a success. The film, directed by Shawn Levy, is set for a May 28, 2027 release.

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Retro Gamer

Ms. Marvel actor says Spider-Man: Brand New Day is proof superhero fatigue doesn't exist, audiences just want good…

Ms. Marvel actor Iman Vellani believes that superhero fatigue is a myth, citing the box office success of Spider-Man: Brand New Day as proof that audiences will support well-made superhero films. She argues that cynicism and low attention spans are not the issue, but rather the quality of the content presented. Despite recent underperformances, Marvel Studios has several major releases planned, which will serve as a true test for the genre's enduring appeal.

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Retro Gamer

Mortal Kombat movie director says the third movie is in limbo after the sequel's mediocre box office result

Director Simon McQuoid has confirmed that the third Mortal Kombat movie is in limbo due to the sequel's mediocre box office performance. Despite Mortal Kombat 2 being a critical improvement and setting up future plotlines, its global earnings fell short of expectations. McQuoid also expressed interest in pursuing other projects outside the Mortal Kombat franchise.

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IGN

Marvel's Spider-Man 2 Gets Huge Boost 3 Years After Launch Thanks to Box Office Phenomenon Spider-Man: Brand New Day

The success of the film Spider-Man: Brand New Day has led to a significant increase in player interest for Sony's video game Marvel's Spider-Man 2. This has resulted in players reinstalling the game or purchasing it for the first time.

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The Odyssey Becomes Nolan’s Highest-Grossing Film as Spider-Man: Brand New Day Closes In on $2 Billion

Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" has surpassed "The Dark Knight Rises" to become his highest-grossing film worldwide, earning $1.104 billion. Meanwhile, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" is on track to reach $2 billion globally, with its domestic second weekend being the third-highest ever recorded. Both films feature overlapping cast members, contributing to a combined box office total of approximately $2.8 billion.

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Retro Gamer

Spider-Man: Brand New Day is already the highest-grossing movie of the year, and could beat Star Wars: The Force Awakens' all-time record at the US box office

Spider-Man: Brand New Day has become the highest-grossing movie of 2026 in under a week, surpassing Avengers: Endgame's opening weekend record. The film is now on track to potentially break Star Wars: The Force Awakens' all-time US box office record of $936 million. Marvel Studios head Kevin Feige has also teased significant future roles for Sadie Sink's character within the MCU.

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Retro Gamer

Disney CEO admits The Mandalorian and Grogu didn't "meet our box office expectations", but there's a…

Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro acknowledged that "The Mandalorian and Grogu" and the live-action "Moana" did not meet box office expectations but emphasized their value to the company's diversified business, including streaming, merchandise, and theme parks. Despite disappointing theatrical returns, Disney views these investments as fueling other parts of the company.

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Retro Gamer

Spider-Man: Brand New Day's unlikely "superfan" breakout actor thanks fans after his scene-stealing…

Actor Niyi Akin, who played David in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, expressed gratitude to fans for their overwhelming support following his scene-stealing performance. The film itself is breaking box office records, achieving the highest opening weekend in US history and surpassing $1 billion worldwide. While the future of Spider-Man 5 remains unclear, Tom Holland hinted at Miles Morales joining the MCU.

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Retro Gamer

Supergirl's theatrical run has officially ended, and the new DCU movie made less than Morbius and Joker 2

The new DCU movie Supergirl has concluded its theatrical run with a worldwide gross of $125.8 million, making it the lowest-earning DC film in decades and a financial loss for DC Studios given its $170 million production budget. This performance falls significantly short of other recent DC films like Morbius and Joker 2, and even the previous DCU film, Superman, which earned substantially more during its opening weekend alone.

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Retro Gamer

Tom Holland improvised a Brand New Day line that became "the north star" to the whole Marvel movie

Director Destin Daniel Cretton revealed that Tom Holland improvised a line for Spider-Man: Brand New Day that became the film's guiding principle. The movie has also achieved significant box office success, surpassing Avengers: Endgame on its opening weekend in the US. Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige also commented on the film's villain and post-credits scene.

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