A Minecraft Movie, starring Jason Momoa and Jack Black, is turning out to be a massive box office winner. Even after almost a month in theatres and several new releases hitting the big screen, the film is still drawing crowds and earning big numbers. In a surprising twist, it has now surpassed the North American returns of Aquaman, one of Jason Momoa’s biggest films. And very soon, it’s expected to cross the huge $400 million milestone at the North American box office!
Strong Reception Despite Mixed Reviews
Directed by Jared Hess, A Minecraft Movie is a fantasy adventure comedy based on the popular video game Minecraft. It was released in theatres on April 4. The film received mixed reviews from critics, but that didn’t stop audiences from showing up in large numbers. Thanks to the support of fans and families, the movie has had a strong run for 29 days now and continues to perform well despite the competition.
Impressive Box Office Numbers in the U.S.
According to Box Office Mojo, the movie made $3.07 million on its fifth Friday in theatres. With that, its total domestic (North American) collection has reached an impressive $387.58 million in just 29 days. Industry experts predict that it will add another $12 to $14 million over the weekend, which means the $400 million milestone is just around the corner.
This kind of success is rare, especially for a video game movie, and it shows how strong the fan base is for Minecraft and how well the film has connected with viewers.
Minecraft Movie Beats Aquaman in Profit Returns
What’s even more impressive is that A Minecraft Movie has beaten Aquaman in terms of domestic returns. The movie was made on a budget of $150 million and has already earned $387.58 million in North America alone. That gives it a return of 158.38%.
On the other hand, Aquaman, which is Jason Momoa’s highest-grossing film globally, was made on a slightly higher budget of $160 million and earned $335.10 million in North America. That equals a return of 109.43%.
So, in terms of profit margin at the domestic box office, A Minecraft Movie has officially surpassed Aquaman—a big milestone for Momoa and everyone involved in the film.
Worldwide Collection Crosses $845 Million
Outside North America, the film is also doing great. So far, it has collected $457.60 million from international markets. When we add the North American total of $387.58 million, the worldwide box office collection stands at a massive $845.18 million.
The film is clearly a global success, and if the current trend continues, it might even enter the $1 billion club in the coming weeks.
Final Thoughts
Despite a challenging market with lots of new releases, A Minecraft Movie is proving to be a major box office success. With strong audience support, big international numbers, and great returns, it’s turning out to be one of the biggest hits of the year. And for Jason Momoa, it’s another major achievement—beating Aquaman in domestic returns is no small feat!
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