'The Marvels' Set for Lowest MCU Opening Weekend

Mixed reviews and potential superhero fatigue contribute to disappointing box office performance

'The Marvels', the 33rd movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is projected to have the lowest opening weekend ever for an MCU film, with estimates ranging from $47 million to $52 million.
The film's disappointing performance is attributed to mixed reviews and potential superhero fatigue, with the film receiving a B CinemaScore from audiences, a below-average grade for superhero films.
Despite a $220 million production budget, 'The Marvels' is not faring well internationally, particularly in China where it is expected to make just over $11 million, compared to the first 'Captain Marvel' film which made $89 million during its Chinese box office debut.
The film's poor performance is seen as a significant setback for Marvel Studios, which has seen a downtrend in theatrical returns in recent years, despite scoring sizable openings with other films earlier in the year.
The disappointing box office numbers for 'The Marvels' are also attributed to Disney's overexposure of the Marvel Cinematic Universe on Disney+, with several spin-off shows starring marquee characters and new additions to the universe.