'Supergirl' projected to lose as much as $120M after Milly Alcock's 'Christian' dad comments
DC Studios' Supergirl faces significant financial losses following a poor opening weekend and public discourse surrounding the film.
The story so far
Supergirl has experienced the lowest opening for a DC film since Aquaman 2. Projections indicate the production may lose over $125 million for Warner Bros. and experience a 60% decline at the box office.
Coverage from Yahoo, Fox News, and Morning Brew highlights the financial impact and the critical reception of the film. Reports also note a public admission from the DC Studios head regarding the film's performance, alongside discussions regarding the role of audience reception and critical commentary from the New York Times.
Future developments will focus on the final box office tallies for the film and any further responses from studio leadership regarding the project's performance.
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The obvious questions
What is the projected financial impact of Supergirl?
Coverage reports that the film is projected to lose over $125 million for Warner Bros.
How does the film's opening compare to other DC movies?
The film is described as having the worst opening for a DC movie since Aquaman 2.
What factors are mentioned regarding the film's performance?
Sources point to reports of a 60% box office drop, critical reviews, and external analysis regarding misogyny and fan response.
Sources (6)
- After the worst opening for a DC movie since Aquaman 2, Supergirl is projected to drop 60% at the box offic... Yahoo · 45d ago
- DC Studios boss makes Supergirl admission after film tanks at box office Yahoo News Canada · 45d ago
- ‘Supergirl’ Review Yahoo · 45d ago
- New York Times blames 'misogyny,' fans for 'Supergirl' flop after disastrous opening weekend Fox News · 45d ago
- Why Supergirl couldn’t get off the ground Morning Brew · 45d ago
- Supergirl Will Lose Warner Bros. Over $125 Million Yahoo · 45d ago
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