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Sony’s 'Kraven the Hunter' Is A Record-Breaking Flop

16-12-2024

"Kraven the Hunter" had a dismal debut. It earned only $11 million in its first weekend in the U.S. This marks the worst opening for any Sony-produced Marvel movie.

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The action thriller earned $11 million domestically and $15 million globally in its debut weekend at the box office, totaling $26 million. The film’s budget is estimated at $110–$150 million.

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The flop follows Sony’s recent underperformers: Morbius ($73.8M debut) and Madame Web ($43.8M debut). Sony’s Venom: The Last Dance remains the exception with over $475M at global box office.

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Critics have panned the movie. The movie received a C on CinemaScore. The failure of Kraven the Hunter adds pressure on Sony’s Spider-Man Universe.

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Reports suggest Sony may reset its approach to standalone Marvel films now on. Projects involving Tom Holland’s Spider-Man and the animated Spider-Verse will however remain unaffected.

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