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Supergirl is tracking to earn less than The Flash in its opening weekend
Pre-release tracking indicates that the upcoming DC film Supergirl is projected to earn approximately $51 million in its opening weekend in the US. This figure is expected to be less than The Flash's $55 million opening in 2023, though Supergirl has a smaller production and marketing budget compared to Superman's $125 million debut. Early critical reactions to Supergirl have been positive.
Morning Metaverse
The article discusses how films like 'Backrooms' and 'Obsession' are expected to impact the 2026 summer box office. It references a New York Times article and mentions updates for Mozilla Firefox.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Reaches $1 Billion, And It’s The First 2026 Film To Do So
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has surpassed $1 billion in worldwide box office revenue, making it the first film of 2026 to reach this milestone. Produced by Illumination, Universal, and Nintendo, the animated film has earned $429 million domestically and $571.5 million internationally. This success follows the record-breaking performance of The Super Mario Bros. Movie and positions Nintendo for further expansion into filmmaking.
Momen Dua Lipa dan Callum Turner Berdansa Mesra di Pesta Pernikahan
The article mentions KPop Demon Hunters showing strong presence in the latter half of 2026 and the surprise release of all 10 episodes of the Among Us animated series. It also notes Backrooms becoming A24's highest-grossing film in North America.
Supergirl opening weekend box office predictions put the DC movie below The Mandalorian and Grogu and Superman
Predictions for the Supergirl movie's opening weekend suggest a domestic box office of $55 million and above, which would place it below The Mandalorian and Grogu and its predecessor, Superman. The Super Mario Bros. Movie currently holds the record for the highest opening weekend of the year. Supergirl is set to release on June 26.
Horror is dominating the box office as Obsession and Backrooms outperform new Star Wars movie The Mandalorian and Grogu…
Original horror films 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' are outperforming the new Star Wars movie 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' at the box office. 'Backrooms' set a new opening weekend record for A24, while 'Obsession' continues its strong run. Both horror movies had significantly smaller budgets than the Star Wars film, making their success particularly notable.
The Mandalorian and Grogu Terbang ke Puncak Box Office Hollywood
The Mandalorian and Grogu film has dominated the Hollywood box office in its opening week, grossing US$82 million over the weekend and an estimated US$102 million by Monday. While meeting expectations, its opening is considered lower than previous Star Wars films released after Disney's acquisition, despite being the first theatrical Star Wars film since 2019.
Nicolas Cage Klaim Christopher Nolan Tak Mau Rekrut Dirinya
Nicolas Cage claims director Christopher Nolan has refused to cast him in films after Cage previously turned down a role in Nolan's 2002 film Insomnia. Cage stated that many top directors have not contacted him again after he rejected their offers, with David O. Russell being a notable exception who later offered him another role.
The Mandalorian and Grogu on track for a bigger box office opening than Project Hail Mary
The upcoming Star Wars film, The Mandalorian and Grogu, is projected to have a strong box office opening, potentially exceeding $80 million domestically over its four-day weekend. This prediction comes despite a less than stellar Rotten Tomatoes score for the film.
After Voicing Toad In The Mario Galaxy Movie, Keegan-Michael Key Is Ready For Something Rated Mature
Actor Keegan-Michael Key, who voiced Toad in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, expressed his enthusiasm for the film's success and his loyalty to Nintendo and Illumination. He is open to future voice acting roles, ideally something drastically different from Toad, and mentioned Mortal Kombat as a potential franchise he'd be interested in.
After Voicing Toad In The Mario Galaxy Movie, Keegan-Michael Key Is Ready For Something Rated Mature
Actor Keegan-Michael Key, who voiced Toad in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, expressed his enthusiasm for the film's success and his loyalty to Nintendo and Illumination. He is open to future voice acting roles, ideally something drastically different from Toad, and mentioned Mortal Kombat as a potential franchise he'd be interested in.
Spectre star Lea Seydoux was "sad" Bond was bought by Amazon, but had a change of heart when Denis Villeneuve signed on: "At least it's him, so it will be cinema"
Actress Lea Seydoux expressed initial disappointment regarding Amazon's acquisition of MGM, the studio behind the James Bond franchise. However, she later felt reassured upon learning that director Denis Villeneuve would be involved, believing his involvement ensures a cinematic quality to future projects.
Indonesia Bidik Gelar Country of Honor Festival Film Cannes 2028
Indonesia is aiming to become the Country of Honor at the 2028 Cannes Film Festival, a prestigious position awarded by the Marché du Film to highlight a nation's cinema and culture. Minister of Culture Fadli Zon stated this goal is part of a strategic plan to elevate the Indonesian film industry's international standing and foster business collaborations. The initiative includes policies for global distribution, export capacity, festival access, and competitive incentive schemes to attract international productions.
Into the Black
Nina Gold has been appointed as the casting director for the next James Bond film. This news was reported by Deadline as part of their 'Last Link of the Day' feature.
90 Persen Pelanggan Netflix Indonesia Tetap Pilih Nonton Film Lokal
A report indicates that 90 percent of Netflix subscribers in Indonesia continue to prefer watching local films and series, contributing significantly to the global popularity of Indonesian content. Over the past year, 35 Indonesian titles have entered Netflix's Global Top 10 Non-English charts, with films like 'Abadi Nan Jaya' and 'Gadis Kretek' achieving millions of views and sparking international conversations about Indonesian culture.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Lewati Box Office Prekuel Kurang dari 2 Pekan
The Devil Wears Prada 2 has surpassed the global box office earnings of its 2006 predecessor within just 10 days of its May 1, 2026 release, grossing over $431.8 million against a $100 million budget. The sequel saw a significant increase in international revenue compared to the original film, attributed partly to promotional tours in key global markets. This success has also contributed to Disney becoming the first Hollywood studio to exceed $2 billion in global ticket sales for 2026.
Zelda fan Sally Field chastises Netflix co-star for not playing the games
Actress Sally Field expressed surprise that her co-star Lewis Pullman has never played The Legend of Zelda games, a series she has enjoyed since her time working with the late Robin Williams. Field, who plays the games on her Nintendo Switch, recounted how Williams introduced her to the franchise and even named his daughter after it. The article speculates on Field's potential involvement in the upcoming live-action Zelda movie.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Betah Berkuasa di Box Office Hollywood
The Devil Wears Prada 2 continues to dominate the North American box office, earning $43 million in its second weekend and surpassing the lifetime gross of the original film. Mortal Kombat II debuted in second place with $40 million, while the Michael Jackson biopic Michael secured third with $36.5 million, becoming the highest-grossing musical biopic in North America.
Mortal Kombat Movie Writer Reveals The One Franchise He Wants To Work On Above All Others
Hollywood writer Jeremy Slater, known for Mortal Kombat, expressed his strong desire to work on the Star Wars franchise, calling it his 'white whale.' He has had discussions with Lucasfilm but is waiting for the right project to ensure he can do it justice. Slater also reflected on his past experiences with Fantastic Four and Moon Knight, highlighting the challenges of writer-director collaborations.
Setelah Oscar, Giliran Golden Globe Bikin Aturan Soal AI
The Golden Globe Awards have established new rules regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), set to take effect in 2027. These rules permit AI in production processes, provided that human creative direction, artistic judgment, and authorship remain central. Submissions will be evaluated based on the extent of human creative contribution, and AI cannot replace the primary creative input of human talent.
