Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Makes Spectacular Debut at Box Office
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse swings to the top of the box office, surpassing its predecessor to become Sony’s highest-grossing animated release ever.
The highly anticipated Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is swinging its way to success at the box office. Within days of its release, the sequel has grossed approximately $390 million worldwide. This achievement solidifies its position as a major player in the Spider-Man franchise.
Opening weekend, Across the Spider-Verse became Sony’s biggest animated film launch in history. The film also had the third-best opening weekend for any Spider-Man feature. It raked in an impressive $120.5 million domestically and over $88 million overseas. These numbers mark a significant leap from the debut of Into the Spider-Verse in 2018, showcasing a remarkable 338% increase in the US box office.
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Despite facing competition from other upcoming releases like Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, industry analysts believe that the film’s success will continue. As a PG animated film, Across the Spider-Verse appeals to a wide range of audiences. This ensures long-term cross-generational appeal for the beloved web-slinger.
The new film has yet to surpass the highest-grossing installment, Spider-Man: No Way Home, which earned a staggering $1.92 billion globally. Across the Spider-Verse has already made its mark on the franchise. With its compelling storyline and captivating animation, the film has received critical acclaim and garnered a dedicated fan base.
As the box office numbers continue to climb, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse proves that the friendly neighborhood hero still has the power to captivate audiences and spin a web of success that stretches far beyond expectations.
The success of Across the Spider-Verse further reinforces the enduring popularity of Spider-Man on the big screen. The franchise has consistently delivered box office hits, with several films grossing over $800 million worldwide. Fans eagerly await the third installment of the Spider-Verse series. Titled Beyond the Spider-Verse, this film is set to release in 2024. The future looks bright for this web-slinging superhero.
