Overview

• The film’s worldwide total stands at roughly $102 million, including $42.6 million in North America and $59.5 million overseas, making it Paul Thomas Anderson’s top-grossing release.
• Second-weekend receipts fell about 50–55% to roughly $11 million domestically, pointing to a front-loaded run with a larger share of revenue coming from international markets.
• Industry estimates put theatrical break-even near $300–$350 million, while current projections in trade coverage suggest a finish well below that range.
• Conservative commentators, including Ben Shapiro and writers at Fox News and The Blaze, have criticized the movie’s depiction of political violence, even as many critics describe its politics as satirical or cautionary.
• Critical acclaim remains strong with early Oscar talk for the film and its ensemble, and it has already outgrossed DiCaprio titles like J. Edgar and Anderson’s There Will Be Blood, with Training Day’s $104.8 million in reach.