'Red One' Struggles at Box Office with Modest Opening

The $250 million Christmas action film aims to reach $30 million in its opening weekend, facing strong competition and mixed critical reception.

Amazon MGM's 'Red One,' starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans, opened to $10.9 million on its first day across 4,032 theaters.
Despite a hefty production budget, the film's projected $30 million opening weekend falls short of expectations, raising concerns about its theatrical success.
Audiences have responded positively, giving the film an A- CinemaScore, though critics have not been as favorable.
Amazon originally planned 'Red One' as a Prime Video exclusive, viewing any box office revenue as supplementary to its streaming strategy.
The film faces tough competition from upcoming releases like 'Wicked,' 'Gladiator II,' and 'Moana 2,' which may impact its long-term theatrical performance.