Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire surpasses expectations with an $80 million opening on 3,861 North American screens, falling just short of 'Dune: Part 2'. The film features iconic characters in new roles with minimal dialogue, presenting a mythic experience.
Key Points
Cinematic event featuring iconic characters in new roles with minimal dialogue
Strong performance in the context of previous films in the MonsterVerse franchise
Positive sign for the theatrical movie business, with potential for future successful releases
Pros
Significant opening weekend revenue of $80 million on 3,861 North American screens