"This weekend, Amazon MGM Studios' 'Project Hail Mary' stunned the box office with the best opening of 2026, bringing in $80.5 million domestic and a total $140.9 million worldwide."
"There's never just one reason why a movie like this so wholly obliterates expectations. It brought in $27.6 million globally from IMAX, it has an 'A' CinemaScore from audiences."
"Does Ryan Gosling belong on the same extremely short list of 'because of' stars who can consistently open a movie? The types of stars you go to the theater to see specifically, regardless of the IP or the subject?"
"His last original star vehicle, the action comedy 'The Fall Guy,' fell flat with just $181 million worldwide against a production budget of $130 million."
Project Hail Mary achieved an impressive box office opening, earning $80.5 million domestically and $140.9 million worldwide. Initial predictions estimated a much lower domestic total. Factors contributing to its success include strong IMAX earnings, an 'A' CinemaScore, and the reputation of directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller. Ryan Gosling's status as a leading star is questioned, with comparisons to other successful actors. Despite a previous underwhelming performance in The Fall Guy, Project Hail Mary positions Gosling as a potential box office draw.
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