Marc Webb, the director of Disney’s latest live-action film Snow White, is currently facing a box office setback. Despite the movie being made on a massive budget, it hasn’t managed to impress at the ticket counters. The film opened in theaters on March 21 and had a weak start, collecting only $42.2 million in its opening weekend in the United States. So far, Snow White has earned $77.31 million domestically and $91.31 million from international markets, bringing its total to $168.63 million worldwide — a disappointing number considering the hype and investment behind it.
But don’t let one flop fool you. Marc Webb has had quite an impressive career, and most of his movies have performed well at the box office. While he hasn’t directed many films, the ones he has worked on are either box office successes or have become fan favorites.
For those who don’t know, Marc Webb began his career as a music video director, working with top bands like Green Day and Snow Patrol. His transition into films turned out to be a smart move, as his debut film became an instant classic.
(500) Days of Summer: A Cult Hit
Webb made his feature film debut with 500 Days of Summer in 2009. The romantic dramedy, starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel, became both a critical and commercial success. Known for its unique storytelling and non-linear narrative, the film earned $60.8 million at the box office and helped Webb gain attention in Hollywood.
Swinging Into the Big Leagues with Spider-Man
After proving his storytelling chops, Webb got the opportunity to direct The Amazing Spider-Man reboot, starring Andrew Garfield. The first film in the series, released in 2012, was a big hit, grossing $758.70 million worldwide. Its sequel, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, released in 2014, also did well, collecting $716.9 million globally.
These Spider-Man films helped Webb establish himself as a mainstream director, capable of handling big franchises and action-packed storytelling.
Returning to Smaller Stories
Following the Spider-Man movies, Webb shifted gears and returned to more grounded, emotional stories. In 2017, he directed Gifted, a drama starring Chris Evans. The film was a modest success, earning $43.07 million worldwide. That same year, Webb also released The Only Living Boy in New York, which didn’t perform well at the box office, making just $2.55 million.
Marc Webb’s Movies Ranked by Box Office Earnings
Here’s a look at Marc Webb’s films ranked by their worldwide box office collections (excluding Snow White):
- The Amazing Spider-Man (2012) – $758.70 million
- The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014) – $716.9 million
- 500 Days of Summer (2009) – $60.8 million
- Gifted (2017) – $43.07 million
- The Only Living Boy in New York (2017) – $2.55 million
Combined, Marc Webb’s films have earned a total of $1.71 billion at the global box office, according to The Numbers.
What’s Next for Marc Webb?
Despite Snow White underperforming, Webb isn’t slowing down. His next film, Day Drinker, is currently in production. With his track record, there’s hope that he’ll bounce back with another hit soon.
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