April 23, 2026#Michael officially opens in 3,955 North American thtrs this wknd incl IMAX and PLF scrns. Will challenge Project Hail Mary’s $80.5M for 2nd biggest domestic opening of 2026. Expecting HUGE gap btwn what critics & auds think. Shd score 4th biggest APR #boxoffice debut of all-time for non-sequels.
April 23, 2026In China Michael scores $100k from midnight screenings. Projected a $1.7-2.1M opening day into a $5.5-7M opening weekend. Total projections start at $10-16M. It’s OK leads on Thursday with $0.35M(-25%)/$24.97M. Project Hail Mary in 3rd adds $0.20M(-29%)/$37.65M. Projected a $1.2-1.5M(-39%) 4th wkd.
April 23, 2026Jane Fonda Committee Condemns WBD Merger Shareholder Approval: ‘This Fight Is Far From Over’
April 23, 2026Brazil: Michael makes a total of R$10M on previews, looking for a full opening on a range of R$35M-R$45M
April 23, 2026Streaming Can Wait: How Longer Theatrical Windows Became the New Gospel – In 2025, studios tiptoed around theatrical exclusivity while exhibitors fumed. This year, it has become a big part of their messaging.
