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Digital Phablet – Superman Soars with Record Global Box Office Opening
In a stunning debut, Warner Bros./DC’s Superman has generated an impressive $21.5 million from 78 international markets on its opening day, bringing its total overseas earnings to $40 million by Friday.
With domestic figures added, the film’s worldwide total has reached $96.5 million, with expectations of strong weekend performances. Directed by James Gunn, Superman is projected to surpass $210 million globally, although weekend box office dynamics may influence this estimate.
In Asia, however, the response has been lukewarm. South Korea, traditionally a weak market for such films, is not anticipated to contribute significantly, and China’s expectations remain low, with projections of around $11 million.
In contrast, the UK saw a strong start, debuting at $3.6 million, dominating 66% of the top five films there. Spain opened with $1 million, marking Gunn’s largest debut yet. Japan also performed well, earning $781,000 as anticipation builds for the upcoming Demon Slayer release.
Top-performing markets thus far include Mexico ($3.8 million), the UK ($3.6 million), Brazil ($3 million), Australia ($2.5 million), and France ($2.5 million). Meanwhile, earlier figures show that Superman grossed $40.3 million domestically through mid-week.
France opened at $1.3 million on Wednesday, outperforming similar films ahead of the Bastille Day weekend. The film also enjoyed a smooth opening in Korea, hitting $700,000 and earning the top spot against other films.
Superman achieved a notable $2.2 million opening day in Mexico, equaling DC’s second-biggest debut, while Australia’s $1.3 million opening is the best for 2025, surpassing Aquaman and The Batman.
In summary, while Superman’s international reception has been mixed, significant markets are yielding promising returns, particularly in regions like the UK, Mexico, and Brazil. This latest entry into the Superman franchise certainly has captured attention both domestically and globally.
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