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‘Mickey 17’ Struggles at the Box Office: $2.5M in Thursday Previews

Bong Joon-ho’s highly anticipated ‘Mickey 17’ opened with just $2.5M in Thursday previews. Is this the first sign of a major box office disappointment?

Allan Ford March 7, 2025 Add a Comment
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Bong Joon-ho, the visionary director who brought us the Oscar-winning masterpiece “Parasite,” is back with “Mickey 17.” Despite the palpable excitement swirling around its release, the film has stumbled out of the gate, raking in a modest $2.5 million in its Thursday previews. This figure casts a shadow over its opening weekend prospects, with forecasts hinting at a total gross of merely $45 million against a hefty production budget that hovers between $120 million and $150 million.

  1. Box Office Performance:
    • “Mickey 17” has managed to pull in $2.5 million during its Thursday previews, a figure that feels rather underwhelming for a film of such ambition.
    • The initial opening weekend projection is set at $18 million, which means the film has a steep hill to climb if it hopes to achieve financial success.
  2. Budget Concerns:
    • With a budget reported to be between $120 million and $150 million, “Mickey 17” will need to gross around $275 million to $300 million globally to turn a profit. This presents a serious challenge, especially given its current trajectory.
  3. Audience Reception:
    • Early audience reactions have been decidedly lukewarm, hinting that the film may not strike a chord with viewers as strongly as hoped. This could further complicate its box office performance in the weeks to come.
  4. Cultural Context:
    • “Mickey 17” holds particular significance as it marks Joon-ho's first film since the groundbreaking “Parasite,” which swept multiple awards, including the coveted Academy Award for Best Picture. The high expectations set by “Parasite” add an extra layer of pressure for “Mickey 17” to deliver.

As “Mickey 17” embarks on its box office journey, the initial figures suggest a rocky road ahead. With a substantial budget and towering expectations, the film's performance will be scrutinized by industry analysts and eager fans alike. The lukewarm audience reception may present additional hurdles, but the coming days will reveal whether the film can gather momentum and draw in a larger crowd.

In conclusion, “Mickey 17” stands at a critical crossroads as it strives to carve out its place in a fiercely competitive market. While its artistic merit may be profound, its financial success remains shrouded in uncertainty. The gap between its budget and projected earnings raises pressing questions about its viability in today's cinematic landscape. As audiences ponder this film, one must ask: What elements play the most crucial role in a film's box office triumph in the current market?

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