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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
2026’s Box Office Top 10 So Far: Toy Story 5 Out Front, Spider-Man Closing Fast
Toy Story 5 leads the 2026 box office with $1.06 billion, followed closely by Spider-Man: Brand New Day at $932 million. The list highlights strong international performance for films like Pegasus 3 and significant earnings from sequels and biopics such as The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Michael.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is coming to IMAX very soon after missing out thanks to The Odyssey
Spider-Man: Brand New Day is coming to IMAX screens in the US starting August 7, with tickets on sale August 4. The film has already achieved significant success in IMAX internationally, grossing $23 million in Japan, South Korea, and China. IMAX CEO Rich Gelfond expressed optimism about the film's continued performance in the format, noting the strong year for cinema bolstered by both this film and The Odyssey.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Wins Over Hideo Kojima, Then Conquers The Box Office
The new Spider-Man: Brand New Day movie achieved a massive global box office opening of $927 million, with $355 million domestically, making it the biggest opening of the year. Legendary game director Hideo Kojima praised the film's themes of loneliness and isolation, noting its fresh approach. The movie also drew inspiration from Insomniac's Spider-Man games, incorporating elements like the "Fresh Start" suit and combat finishers.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day had the second-biggest opening weekend of all time globally, and may beat Avengers: Endgame…
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has achieved the second-highest global opening weekend of all time, earning $927 million and potentially surpassing Avengers: Endgame's domestic record. The film has been met with critical acclaim, with a review calling it Marvel Studios' strongest standalone outing since Avengers: Endgame.
