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Kiss of the Spider Woman’ Opens Soft as Reviews Spotlight Tonatiuh

Early estimates near $2 million raise questions about Jennifer Lopez’s awards push.

Overview

  • Bill Condon’s film adaptation opened in U.S. theaters Oct. 10, starring Jennifer Lopez, Diego Luna and Tonatiuh.
  • Industry projections put the opening weekend around $1.5–$3 million, with estimates centering on roughly $2 million from about 1,300 theaters.
  • Critical response skews mixed, with aggregator scores around 60 on Metacritic and about 80 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, and critiques focused on tonal and musical cohesion.
  • Multiple reviews cite Tonatiuh’s turn as a breakout performance even as overall enthusiasm varies.
  • Roadside Attractions’ typical release pattern points to PVOD availability in mid-November and a first streaming window on Hulu in late January or early February 2026, as reports also note a budget near $30 million.