Supergirl’s Box‑Office Slide: A 73% Drop Expected

The superhero film starring Milly Alcock, directed by Craig Gillespie and backed by DC Studio co‑CEO James Gunn, has fallen far short of its projected $55 million opening. Instead it pulled in just over $37 million across 3, 602 North American theaters. This figure is similar to the disappointing start of Warner Bros. ’ Joker: Folie a Deux, which earned only $37. 6 million in 2024. With a production cost of about $170 million and marketing expenses close to $120 million, the movie’s earnings leave a large gap between budget and revenue. Analysts predict that the second weekend will see a steep 73% decline, bringing in roughly $10 million and dropping the film to fourth place. By contrast, the Joker sequel managed an 81% drop in its second weekend, collecting $7 million. Worldwide, Supergirl has made just over $83 million, combining $48. 8 million domestically with $34. 5 million from international markets. The film’s performance signals a broader trend of superhero movies struggling to meet expectations.

Other releases this weekend also face challenges. Universal’s Minions & Monsters, a Despicable Me spin‑off, is projected to open at $63. 5 million from 4, 243 venues—below its $80 million forecast. Despite a modest $85 million production budget, the film may not recover its costs quickly. Disney‑Pixar’s Toy Story 5 is expected to slide to second place with a $30 million take from nearly 4, 000 theaters. Meanwhile, Angel Studios’ Young Washington is slated to debut at third place with $16 million to $17 million from 2, 700 venues. Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day is anticipated to finish fifth with $5. 6 million. These numbers illustrate how even high‑profile releases can falter, prompting studios to reassess marketing strategies and release windows. The final weekend totals will be released on Monday, offering a clearer picture of each film’s commercial fate.

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