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Christy’ Stumbles With $1.3 Million U.S. Debut as Sydney Sweeney Defends the Film

Sweeney says the biopic’s value lies in its message on domestic violence, not ticket totals.

Overview

  • Christy opened to about $1.3 million across 2,011 U.S. theaters, averaging roughly $649 per location and ranking among the weakest recent studio openings.
  • Reviews have been mixed, with a 66% Rotten Tomatoes score that praises Sweeney’s performance but flags issues with pacing and tone.
  • Sweeney addressed the poor turnout on Instagram, saying she is proud of the film and that it was made to have an impact rather than to chase numbers.
  • The production highlights Christy Martin’s boxing career and survival story, with the team framing the film as part of efforts to raise awareness about domestic violence.
  • Coverage notes promotional challenges after a GQ interview revived criticism of a past American Eagle ad, and Sweeney is next due in a Lionsgate thriller in December and The Devil Wears Prada sequel in May 2026.