Overview

• The A24 biopic opened to an estimated $5.9–$6 million in the U.S., the lowest opening weekend of Johnson’s film career, according to industry trackers.
• In an Instagram post, Johnson said box office results are uncontrollable and called the role life‑changing, thanking director Benny Safdie for the opportunity.
• Deadline and other outlets reported production costs in the roughly $35–$50 million range and projected a potential $10–$15 million shortfall.
• The film launched the same weekend Taylor Swift’s concert movie led the box office with about $33–$34 million, with The Smashing Machine finishing third behind Leonardo DiCaprio’s One Battle After Another at $11 million.
• Despite the soft start, the film retains strong critical attention after a lengthy Venice ovation and a Silver Lion win for Safdie, fueling ongoing awards buzz for Johnson’s performance.