Warner Bros has had an exceptional year at the box office, with a total of $1.2 billion grossed globally between two of their biggest films, Legendary’s Dune: Part Two and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. This is a monumental achievement for the studio, and it comes at a time when the industry is still recovering from the impact of the pandemic.
Dune: Part Two has been a standout success for Warner Bros, becoming the highest-grossing movie of the year so far. The film has crossed the $700 million mark worldwide, surpassing the first film’s global gross by a significant margin. The re-release of Dune: Part Two in IMAX theaters this weekend has only added to its success, coinciding with the release of Zendaya’s other film, Amazon MGM Studios’ Challengers.
On the other hand, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has also been a major success for Warner Bros, grossing over $500 million globally. The film is now less than $25 million away from overtaking the global gross of the first Legendary Monsterverse film, Godzilla. Godzilla x Kong has already surpassed the global grosses of Godzilla vs. Kong and Godzilla: King of the Monsters, solidifying its position as a box office powerhouse.
Pam Abdy and Mike De Luca, Co-Chairs & CEOs of Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group, have expressed their gratitude to their partners at Legendary, as well as the directors, casts, and crews of both Dune: Part Two and Godzilla x Kong. They have credited the global marketing and distribution teams for their tremendous efforts in achieving these box office milestones. It is important to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of all those involved in bringing these projects to life.
Warner Bros’ Jeff Goldstein, President of Domestic Distribution, and Andrew Cripps, President of International Distribution, have also expressed their pride in the success of both films. They have thanked their exhibition partners for their invaluable support, highlighting the crucial role that cinemas have played in the continued success of these films. The global box office success of Dune: Part Two and Godzilla x Kong is a testament to the enduring popularity of theatrical experiences.
Dune: Part Two has performed exceptionally well overseas, with a total of $422.3 million, and is currently at $278.3 million domestically. The film debuted in 78 markets, with Legendary East handling distribution in China. Similarly, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has grossed $324.2 million internationally and $176.2 million domestically, with a combined global total of $504.0 million. The film has been a hit in 24 international markets, including Brazil, Indonesia, and Mexico, solidifying its position as the biggest grossing film in the Monsterverse.
Warner Bros has had a phenomenal year at the box office, with Dune: Part Two and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire leading the way. The success of these films is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all those involved in their production and distribution. Warner Bros’ commitment to delivering quality entertainment to audiences around the world has certainly paid off, and the studio is well-positioned to continue its success in the years to come.