Overview
- Christy debuted to about $1.3 million from 2,011 North American theaters, with roughly $649 per-theater, ranking among the weakest wide-release openings on record.
- Sweeney posted on Instagram that the film’s value lies in raising awareness about domestic violence, calling it the most impactful project of her career.
- Reviewers responded unevenly to the film but frequently praised Sweeney’s transformative turn as Christy Martin, including in Variety’s assessment.
- Black Bear Pictures produced the film for roughly $15 million and says international sales help offset losses, while an industry insider told Us Weekly the costs have already been recouped through overseas deals.
- Analysts cite limited marketing, the ongoing difficulty of adult dramas in theaters, and debate over Sweeney’s recent controversies as possible factors in the weak turnout.