The Fantastic Four: First Steps topped the box office in its second weekend with $40 million, despite a significant 66% decline from its debut weekend of $117.6 million. Internationally, it added $40 million, totaling $369 million globally. The drop was unexpected given its strong reviews, indicating higher expectations from audiences. In second place, The Bad Guys 2 earned $22 million, while The Naked Gun debuted with $17 million. Analysts note that strong reviews and audience reactions will be crucial for film longevity amid a slow August.
The Fantastic Four: First Steps earned $40 million from 4,125 North American theaters, a 66% drop from its $117.6 million debut, indicating a significant decline in viewership.
Despite strong reviews, First Steps' box office drop-off was surprising, showing that the film's success was not sustained despite its initial popularity.
The Bad Guys 2 claimed second place at the box office, earning $22 million from 3,852 theaters, aligning with projections and demonstrating audience appetite for sequels.
The Naked Gun, in its debut weekend, earned $17 million from 3,344 locations, showcasing that retrospective comedies still draw audiences successfully.
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