Any other year, it wouldn’t be a massive surprise that a ‘Fast & Furious’ film debuted with a huge box office total.
But after a year of basically no theatrical releases and no major blockbusters, the fact that “F9” debuted with a $70 million estimated opening weekend is noteworthy.
Not only is it the 3-day pandemic-era record for a major film, but when you combine it with the debuts of recent films like “A Quiet Place Part II,” “Cruella,” and “The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard,” it’s clear that the North American theatrical industry is making a strong comeback.Continue reading Vin Diesel & Charlize Theron Celebrate $70 Million ‘F9’ Box Office Debut: “Cinema Is Back!” at The Playlist.
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