F1 debuts with $55 million, marking Apple’s top-grossing big-screen success
Apple has hit a major milestone with its first box-office success, “F1 The Movie,” which raked in $55.6 million in North America and $144 million globally over its debut weekend. This marks the tech giant’s biggest opening yet, surpassing previous hits like “CODA.”
While Apple Original Films has had its share of successes in the past, including an Oscar win for “CODA,” its track record at the box office has been up and down. However, “F1” changed the game by diving into the summer blockbuster genre, securing top talent from the team behind “Top Gun: Maverick” and starring A-listers like Brad Pitt and Damson Idris.
With a hefty production budget exceeding $200 million, “F1” still has some ground to cover to break even, but initial results are promising. The film received positive reviews and scored an “A” from CinemaScore, indicating strong audience approval. This bodes well for its longevity in theaters, even in the face of upcoming competition like “Jurassic World Rebirth.”
In contrast, “M3gan 2.0,” a sequel to the original horror thriller, fell short of expectations with a $10.2 million opening weekend, trailing behind its predecessor’s success. Despite this setback, the film remains a potential profitable venture, with a modest production cost and a spinoff in the works for next year.
Overall, “F1 The Movie” has set the pace for a successful run at the box office, topping the charts in its opening weekend and setting the stage for potential future successes. With a strong showing in both domestic and global markets, Apple’s foray into blockbuster filmmaking seems to be off to a promising start.
