As the summer movie season draws to a close, Deadpool & Wolverine remains a scorching success, defying the usual slowdown in ticket sales. The much-anticipated R-rated Marvel superhero sequel has proven to be a box office juggernaut, continuing to rake in impressive numbers despite the seasonal dip.
According to Comscore, Deadpool & Wolverine is on track to surpass the $600 million mark in domestic earnings. Over the Labor Day weekend alone, the film pulled in an estimated $15.1 million, and with Monday’s haul, its domestic total is expected to reach $603.8 million. The film’s global earnings are equally staggering, with a cumulative total of $1.25 billion, solidifying its status as one of the year’s biggest hits.
Starring the dynamic duo of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, this third installment in the Deadpool series has been nothing short of record-breaking. Released on July 26, the film raced past the billion-dollar milestone in less than a month, setting a new benchmark as the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time. As the only Marvel Cinematic Universe release in 2024, and the first Deadpool movie under Disney’s ownership, it’s clear that this film is blazing a trail for the franchise's future.
While Deadpool & Wolverine continues to capture audiences’ attention, other films have struggled to keep up. Alien: Romulus, the latest entry in the Alien franchise, managed to add $9.3 million to its domestic total of $88.7 million, but it’s been no match for the superhero spectacle. Even with stronger international performance, bringing its global earnings to $283 million, Romulus remains overshadowed.
The top three box office rankings have largely remained static, with Blake Lively’s It Ends With Us holding steady in third place. However, it’s Deadpool & Wolverine that’s stealing the show, setting a new standard for success in an otherwise cooling market.
Labor Day weekend, traditionally a slower period for new releases, saw few fresh contenders entering the fray. Among them was Reagan, starring Dennis Quaid as the former U.S. president, which opened with a modest $7.4 million. Meanwhile, Twisters, despite being available on streaming platforms, continued to draw crowds, adding another $7.1 million to its impressive total.
Yet, the real story of the summer box office is the unstoppable momentum of Deadpool & Wolverine. As other films struggle to gain traction, this superhero sequel is proving that with the right mix of star power, humor, and action, even the cooling days of summer can be red-hot at the box office.