Overview

• Paul Thomas Anderson’s new film is now playing nationwide after a Sept. 26 release, with select 70mm presentations drawing cinephile crowds.
• Opening weekend totals reached $22 million domestically and $26 million overseas, ending Warner Bros.’ recent streak of bigger debuts.
• Critical and audience response is strong, with a reported 96% Rotten Tomatoes score and an “A” CinemaScore, boosting awards-season momentum.
• Reviews praise a starry ensemble featuring Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Teyana Taylor, and Chase Infiniti, with Benicio del Toro’s quiet performance widely singled out.
• Coverage emphasizes themes inspired by Thomas Pynchon’s Vineland, including generational resistance, migrant solidarity, and concerns over authoritarianism.