Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is making waves at the box office, with early worldwide receipts totaling $40 million. The MonsterVerse sequel is on track to have an estimated $175 million Easter weekend, with the potential to surpass $200 million as ticket sales continue to soar.
The film has exceeded expectations, grossing $37 million domestically and nearly $50 million internationally by Friday. The North American box office is expected to reach around $75 million, surpassing earlier projections. In China, the movie is set to bring in approximately $40 million over the weekend.
Internationally, Godzilla x Kong is expected to earn an additional $60-70 million, pushing its foreign market total to around $100 million. The film's worst-case scenario is still an impressive $150 million, while it could potentially reach as high as $190 million by the end of the weekend.
With strong box office numbers already, Godzilla x Kong is poised to exceed expectations, potentially reaching $200 million in global earnings. The film has received positive feedback from audiences, with an A- grade from Cinemascore, indicating a promising future at the box office.
Warner Bros. Discovery and Legendary Pictures are celebrating the success of Godzilla x Kong, following the blockbuster performance of Dune: Part Two. The MonsterVerse sequel's unexpected success demonstrates that audiences are selective about the franchises they support, opting for high-quality entertainment both in theaters and on streaming platforms.
As Godzilla x Kong continues to draw in audiences, it is projected to achieve a final multiplier of at least 3x, potentially reaching a worldwide total of $450-555 million. With a budget of $135 million, the film is set to become the highest-grossing installment in the MonsterVerse series, solidifying its place as a box office powerhouse.
