Overview
- Cookie Queens opened in U.S. theaters on August 7 and earned about $327,797 from 446 screens in its opening weekend, a low per‑screen average reported by multiple outlets.
- The documentary failed to reach the weekend Top 10 and was out‑earned by CatVideoFest 2026, which made roughly $568,414 despite playing on far fewer screens.
- Critics gave the film mixed notices despite high aggregator scores of roughly 92–94 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, with some reviewers calling its tone staged or reality‑TV‑like.
- Distributor Roadside Attractions said the film played well for specialty venues and group screenings and expressed optimism that community showings and word‑of‑mouth could lengthen its run.
- Meghan Markle actively promoted the film with screenings and a published Q&A urging girls to 'follow your gut,' and industry analysts said timing and platform fit may have limited its immediate box‑office reach.