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Forbes
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Brad Pitt's ‘F1' Revving Up Big Opening Weekend Box Office
NORTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JULY 09: Brad Pitt, star of the upcoming Formula One based movie, Apex, and ... More Damson Idris, co-star of the upcoming Formula One based movie, Apex, walk on the grid in front of Carlos Sainz of Spain driving (55) the Ferrari SF-23 on track during the F1 Grand Prix of Great Britain at Silverstone Circuit on July 09, 2023 in Northampton, England. (Photo by) Brad Pitt's Formula 1 race car drama F1: The Movie is running laps around fellow newcomer M3GAN 2.0 and a batch of holdovers at the weekend box office. Directed by Top Gun: Maverick helmer Joseph Kosinski, 'F1: The Movie' stars Pitt as Sonny Hayes, an aging race car driver who rejoins the Formula 1 circuit after a near-fatal crash 30 years earlier. Javier Bardem stars as a former Formula 1 teammate-turned-owner who convinces Sonny to help save his flailing team, while Kerry Condon plays a Formula 1 race car designer and Damson Idris stars as a young and arrogant driver who discounts Sonny's value because of his age. F1: The Movie is projected by Deadline to earn $55 million-plus in its opening weekend from 3,661 North American theaters. The projection falls in line with Variety's mid-week forecast for the film to open in the $50 million to $60 million range. Variety noted that F1: The Movie — which was produced by Apple Original Films and is being distributed by Warner Bros. — had a $200 million production budget before prints and advertising costs. DreamWorks and Universal Pictures' live-action version of How to Train Your Dragon is projected by Deadline to take the No. 2 spot at the weekend box office with $18.5 million in ticket sales from 4,127 North American theaters. Should that projection hold, it will boost the film's domestic take to $199.1 million. Disney and Pixar's animated feature Elio — which made Pixar history (and not in a good) way by having the worst opening weekend in the company's history — appears to be heading to a No. 3 finish at the domestic box office this weekend. Deadline projects that the film will earn $11 million to $12 million through Sunday from 3,750 North American theaters. Should the projection hold, it will up Elio's running tally to $43.4 million. Allison Williams in "M3GAN 2 0." 'M3GAN 2.0' Is In A Tight Race With '28 Years Later' For Fourth Place Universal Pictures' M3GAN 2.0, which is the sequel to the 2022 hit horror thriller M3GAN, is struggling in its opening weekend and is vying for a No. 4 finish at the domestic box office. Deadline projects that the film is looking to open with $10 million in ticket sales from 3,112 theaters against a $25 million budget before P&A. The Hollywood Reporter, which reported that M3GAN 2.0's budget was $15 million before P&A, projected a $20 million for the Blumhouse-produced movie, while Deadline said the film 'would be lucky' to make the same amount of money. Now, it appears that M3GAN 2.0 will be lucky to make half of either of the trade publications' projections. Also in the running for the No. 4 spot is Sony Pictures Entertainment's zombie thriller 28 Years Later. Deadline is projecting that the Danny Boyle-directed horror film will make $10 million from 3,440 theaters domestically. If that estimate holds, it will up the film's North American take to $50.6 million through Sunday. Note: This box office report will be updated throughout the weekend with the most current numbers as they become available. The final numbers for this weekend's box office will be released on Monday.
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fast cars vs. killer dolls: ‘F1,' ‘M3GAN 2.0' gear up for box-office showdown
Two major films are revving up for big debuts at the box office for the June 27-29 weekend, with Apple Original Films' ambitious Formula One drama F1: The Movie and Universal's campy horror sequel M3GAN 2.0 each eyeing strong openings. F1 is tracking to debut above $30 million in the U.S., with some forecasts suggesting that the film, starring Brad Pitt as a retired Formula One driver mentoring a rookie (Damson Idris), could start as high as $40 million–$45 million domestically and even race toward $50 million–$60 million if momentum builds. Internationally, where Formula One has a massive fan base, Warner Bros., distributing the film for Apple, is hoping for a $75 million-plus haul across 77 markets. Directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) and carrying a hefty $200 million production budget, global success is key for F1 to justify Apple's gamble on theatrical releases. More from Gold Derby Marge lives! Here are 3 other 'Simpsons' characters that returned from the grave - and 3 who stayed dead 'Squid Game' Season 3: Reviews warn of a divisive WTF sprint to the finish line SEE 'F1: The Movie' reviews: Brad Pitt burns rubber with 'macho panache' in a high-octane thrill ride Meanwhile, M3GAN 2.0 — the sequel to Blumhouse and Universal's viral horror hit — looks poised for a softer but still solid $20 million debut in the crowded summer movie season. The original M3GAN, released in January 2023, shocked industry expectations by opening to $30 million and legging out to $95 million domestically ($180 million worldwide) on a mere $12 million budget, fueled by its viral TikTok dance routines. This time, the PG-13 killer doll movie returns with upgraded thrills and escapist stakes, as the titular AI is rebuilt to stop a humanoid robot aiming for world domination. With a modest $25 million budget, M3GAN 2.0 doesn't need a blockbuster showing to turn a profit. SEE 'M3GAN 2.0' reviews say the sequel is both too much and not enough F1 is expected to dominate the domestic charts, propelled by Pitt's star power, Kosinski's storytelling expertise, and Formula One's global popularity (Lewis Hamilton even serves as a producer). While F1 seems geared to attract older male audiences, M3GAN 2.0 is strongest with younger women and remains a social media sensation. Both films will face heavy competition as Universal's Jurassic World: Rebirth roars into cinemas on July 2, along with holdover hits like Disney/Pixar's Elio and Sony's 28 Years Later. Gold Derby readers predict that F1: The Movie will win the June 27-29 weekend with between $25 million and $50 million domestically. M3GAN 2.0 is the runner-up selection of our oddsmakers. : Director: Joseph KosinskiDistributor: Apple Original Films/Warner Bros.A Formula One driver comes out of retirement to mentor and team up with a younger driver. The action-packed sports drama, starring Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, and Javier Bardem, has a running time of two hours, 35 minutes, and is rated PG-13. F1: The Movie is certified "fresh" with a 84 percent score per the aggregated critic reviews at Rotten Tomatoes; "generally favorbale" reviews compiled by Metacritic resulted in an overall score of 68 percent. Director: Gerard JohnstoneDistributor: Universal PicturesTwo years after M3GAN's rampage, her creator, Gemma, resorts to resurrecting her infamous creation in order to take down Amelia, the military-grade weapon who was built by a defense contractor who stole M3GAN's underlying tech. The horror sci-fi thriller, starring Allison Williams, Amie Donald, and the voice of Jenna Davis, has a running time of two hours, and is rated PG-13. M3GAN 2.0 is certified "rotten" with a 59 percent score per the aggregated critic reviews at Rotten Tomatoes; "mixed" reviews compiled by Metacritic resulted in an overall score of 54 percent. After strong test audience reactions and early previews, F1 is poised to dominate the box office with a projected opening of over $40 million. M3GAN 2.0 is expected to scare up enough fans for a strong second-place debut, bringing in over $20 million. Meanwhile, Universal's How to Train Your Dragon remains steady in its third week, giving the killer doll some competition as it eyes $20 million as well. The live-action remake has already amassed an impressive $200 million domestically and $376 million worldwide. Rounding out the top five, Disney/Pixar's Elio and Sony's 28 Years Later are set to continue their box office battle from last week. Though the horror sequel took the lead in their initial matchup, the animated family movie is projected to have more staying power, edging out 28 Years Later with both films aiming for $13 million this weekend. Here are Gold Derby's predictions box-office rankings for the top five: 1. F1: The Movie2. M3GAN 2.03. How to Train Your Dragon4. Elio5. 28 Years Later Do you agree or disagree with those rankings? Make your predictions right now — it's fun and easy! Join the box-office discussion in our forums. Best of Gold Derby Everything to know about 'The Batman 2': Returning cast, script finalized Tom Cruise movies: 17 greatest films ranked worst to best 'It was wonderful to be on that ride': Christian Slater talks his beloved roles, from cult classics ('Heathers,' 'True Romance') to TV hits ('Mr. Robot,' 'Dexter: Original Sin') Click here to read the full article.
Bloomberg
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Bloomberg
Bruckheimer Pushes Egos Aside to Get 'F1' in Theaters
"F1: The Movie" is now in theaters with a star studded cast including Brad Pitt, Damson Idris and Kerry Condon. Produced by seven-time Academy Award winner Jerry Bruckheimer, it is looking to give the summer box office season a speedy start. Bruckheimer sat down with Bloomberg Hot Pursuit Co-Hosts Matt Miller and Hannah Elliott ahead of its release. (Source: Bloomberg)
Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Apple really, really wants you to go see its 'F1' movie
Apple's promotion of "F1: The Movie" has included notifications, vibrating trailers, surprise star visits, and more. The film's marketing includes immersive experiences on the AppleTV app and a Met Gala nod. It's not clear how much Apple spent making and promoting "F1" — but it is clear the iPhone giant put on the red carpet for it. An iPhone notification. A surprise Brad Pitt appearance at an Apple store. A fancy trailer that makes your iPhone rumble. Apple is going all out for its big-budget "F1" movie. If you own an iPhone or visited one of the company's retail stores recently, you've likely noticed the promotional push as the Apple synergy machine kicked into gear. Apple has pulled many of its levers across various channels to drum up excitement for its latest original film, "F1: The Movie," which arrived in theaters Friday. It's a marketing flex that few companies aside from Apple are capable of, since they don't have the massive built-in install base of the iPhone. Apple's strategy of continuing to make big-budget movies has some, including Business Insider's Peter Kafka, scratching their heads. The tech giant's marketing push around "F1," though, makes sense — Apple's got skin in the game for this movie. Not all of Apple's marketing tactics have gone smoothly, though. On Tuesday, some iPhone users took to social media to complain about a notification on their home screen that turned out to be an ad sent from the Wallet app tied to the movie. The promo offered $10 off two tickets to see "F1" when you purchase from Fandango using Apple Pay. Sure, you could easily dismiss the notification and move on with your day, but some compared it to Apple's free U2 album that it added to iPhone users' libraries. There have also been some pretty creative marketing efforts. If you have an iPhone, you can watch a special version of the "F1" trailer in the AppleTV app that activates the phone's haptic engines (basically fancy vibrations), so that your device rumbles along with the vehicles' engines. (You'll also be encouraged to buy tickets when you open the app.) Experience the new @F1Movie trailer on iPhone in a way only Apple can deliver. — Tim Cook (@tim_cook) June 11, 2025 And for even more immersion, Apple's Maps app allows you to virtually check out the famous tracks where "F1" was filmed. Then there was Apple's big annual Worldwide Developers Conference, which took place in the weeks leading up to the movie's release. Its Formula 1-themed intro featured Apple exec Craig Federighi driving laps on top of Apple's "spaceship" HQ. At one point, Tim Cook looks right at the camera and says, "Yes, F1, baby." In May, actor Damson Idris, who stars in the movie alongside Brad Pitt, walked the carpet of the Met Gala in an F1 driver's uniform and helmet before unveiling a suit underneath. He held on to his helmet as an accessory. Exactly how much Apple invested to make "F1" a reality isn't clear. Initial reports said that the movie cost around $300 million to make (not counting its marketing budget). However, producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Joseph Kosinski said that wasn't the case in an interview with Deadline last year. In reality, Bruckheimer said, the estimate was "tens of millions of dollars out of whack." "We can't give you a number because that's Apple's money and they can talk about it," Bruckheimer said. "But what I think you can say is it's quite a bit lower than what's been reported." Apple did not immediately respond to a Business Insider's request for comment on the budget. Some of Apple's investments in movies have proven success in the past. AppleTV+ made a name for itself in the film industry with "CODA," a 2021 coming-of-age movie that went on to win Best Picture at the 2022 Academy Awards, making it the first film released by a streamer to win the top award at the Oscars. On June 15, people attending a panel discussion for another AppleTV+ offering, "Severance," were surprised when Brad Pitt came out to promote "F1." Tim Cook was there too, and he made sure to mention that the movie included footage filmed using the same camera technology you can buy in the latest iPhones. Read the original article on Business Insider
Yahoo
13 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Apple considers theatrical distribution unit amid ‘F1' bet, WSJ reports
Apple (AAPL) agreed to spend roughly $250M on Brad Pitt movie 'F1', one of its biggest entertainment bets since it entered into Hollywood in 2019, as executives seek hits but only want to produce content reflecting high-end, aspirational qualities, the Wall Street Journal's Ben Fritz and Joe Flint report, citing people familiar with the matter. Warner Bros. (WBD) is distributing 'F1' for the tech giant, getting a percentage of the box-office revenue and Apple has discussed starting their own theatrical distribution division, according to the report. Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter Published first on TheFly – the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. Try Now>> See Insiders' Hot Stocks on TipRanks >> Read More on AAPL: Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Video: Micron, Trade Desk among early market movers Potential Apple-Perplexity deal would come with some risk, says UBS Apple price target lowered to $230 from $240 at JPMorgan 'Sell' Apple Stock, Says Top Analyst Despite YTD Underperformance Apple Faces Lawsuit Over Misleading Siri AI Claims Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
