James Gunn’s “Superman” reboot has taken flight, debuting at the top of the box office with a $122 million opening weekend. The film’s strong performance has exceeded early estimates and outpaced last weekend’s top hit, “Jurassic World Rebirth.” According to Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst at Comscore, the success of “Superman” is a significant boost for DC Studios, which has historically trailed behind the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
A Boost for the Summer Box Office
The success of “Superman” is a welcome development for the summer box office, which has seen a 16% increase in earnings compared to last year. The overall box office is closing in on $5 billion for 2025, with summer earnings totaling around $2.35 billion. Shawn Robbins, director of analytics at Fandango, notes that big performers like “Superman” can help close the gap to reaching a $4 billion summer.
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A Strong Lineup Ahead
With “Superman” performing well, the stage is set for the next big blockbuster, Disney’s “Fantastic Four,” which opens on July 25. Robbins believes that Disney’s “Freakier Friday” could also be a breakout hit in August. The success of these films will be crucial for the summer box office, and Hollywood is counting on big hits to drive earnings.
