Warner Bros. has proven to be a powerhouse in the film industry this year, with a staggering $1.2 billion in global box office earnings. This exceptional achievement can be attributed to the success of two major blockbusters, Legendary’s Dune: Part Two and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.
Dune: Part Two Breaks Records
Dune: Part Two has emerged as the highest-grossing movie of the year, surpassing its predecessor’s global earnings of $407.5 million. The film has already crossed the $700 million mark worldwide, solidifying its place as a box office juggernaut. Warner Bros. saw fit to re-release Dune: Part Two in IMAX this past weekend, further boosting its revenue.
Meanwhile, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has also been a major success story, with global earnings exceeding $500 million. The film is on the verge of overtaking previous installments in the Monsterverse franchise, such as Godzilla vs. Kong and Godzilla: King of the Monsters. Warner Bros. executives Pam Abdy and Mike De Luca praised the cast and crew for their incredible work on these projects.
The success of Dune: Part Two and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire can also be attributed to the exceptional efforts of Warner Bros.’ global marketing and distribution teams. These milestones serve as a testament to their hard work and dedication in promoting these films to audiences worldwide.
Dune: Part Two has garnered an impressive $422.3 million overseas, with $278.3 million in domestic earnings. On the other hand, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire has accumulated $324.2 million internationally and $176.2 million domestically, resulting in a combined global total of $504.0 million. Warner Bros. has seen these films perform exceptionally well in key international markets, underscoring their global appeal.
Warner Bros. executives, including Jeff Goldstein and Andrew Cripps, expressed pride in the films’ continued success in theaters worldwide. As major players in the film industry, Warner Bros. is grateful for the support of exhibition partners and audiences alike. With a strong start to the year, Warner Bros. is poised to maintain its position as a leader in major studio market share, setting the stage for future blockbuster releases.