The highly anticipated movie, Deadpool & Wolverine, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, is creating quite the stir before its official release. According to various box office sources, the film is on track to break records for an R-rated movie with its preview night numbers. The current estimates indicate that it could reach $35M, but there is a possibility that it may surpass $40M+ by the morning. This would be a remarkable achievement, especially considering that R-rated movies tend to perform well into the late hours of the night. Anything above $31M would place Deadpool & Wolverine among the top nine preview nights in history.
The dynamic duo of Deadpool & Wolverine have already surpassed the previous record for R-rated preview nights, which was held by Deadpool 2 with $18.6M in 2018. Deadpool 2 went on to have a $53M Friday, with Thursday previews accounting for 35% of that total, resulting in a 3-day total of $125.5M. The original Deadpool still holds the R-rated 3-day record at $132.4M, with $12.7M from previews, representing 27% of its first Friday’s earnings of $47.3M. With 81% of reviews on Rotten Tomatoes being certified fresh and an impressive 97% audience rating, the possibilities seem endless for Deadpool & Wolverine.
Many industry insiders are speculating on how high Deadpool & Wolverine can soar at the box office. Some believe that it may not have the same momentum as a PG-13 film, given its R-rating. It’s indeed uncharted territory for this genre. Comparisons are being drawn to other successful films, such as Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, which grossed $36M in previews in 2022, leading to a 3-day total of $187.4M, and Avengers: Infinity War, which brought in $39M in previews and ultimately amassed $257.6M in 2018. The excitement surrounding Deadpool & Wolverine is palpable, with fans eagerly awaiting the film’s release.
In an exciting development, attendees of Comic-Con’s Hall H will have the opportunity to watch Deadpool & Wolverine for free, courtesy of filmmaker Shawn Levy and Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige. This unique offering is sure to generate even more buzz around the film, as lucky fans get a sneak peek before its official release. The anticipation is building, and all eyes are on Deadpool & Wolverine as it gears up for what promises to be a record-breaking run at the box office.