“Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” is making waves with its colossal first-day box office performance, surpassing expectations and setting the stage for a massive opening weekend. This highly anticipated sequel in the renowned ‘MonsterVerse’ series has made a remarkable $35 million on its debut day, along with previews. Projections suggest that the movie is on track to achieve an impressive $75 million during its opening weekend.
Audiences have warmly welcomed the film, giving it an A-CinemaScore, while critics are hailing it as the second-best movie in the MonsterVerse, just behind its predecessor, “Godzilla vs. Kong.” Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, the film has garnered an impressive 92% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
The social media buzz surrounding “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” has been tremendous, with fans eagerly anticipating the epic battle between the iconic monsters. Showing in 3,850 theaters nationwide, the movie is performing well at the box office, boosted by premium formats such as Imax, PLFs, ScreenX, D-Box, and 4DX.
Director Adam Wingard is optimistic about the future of the MonsterVerse series, hinting at “really cool ideas” for the franchise that may lead to a third installment. With the success of “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,” there are exciting possibilities for the MonsterVerse to expand further.
In “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire,” apart from the thrilling monster battles, the storyline delves into a rich plot filled with lore and unexpected twists. The narrative revolves around a hidden colossal threat deep within the planet, endangering both Godzilla and King Kong, and posing a threat to humanity’s existence.
