Zachary Levi's 'Harold and the Purple Crayon' Struggles at Box Office Despite Fun Premise
The fantasy comedy based on the 1950s picture book series faces critical and commercial challenges.
- The film made $725K from previews and is expected to gross $6M in its opening weekend, far below its $40M budget.
- Critics have panned the movie for its flat cinematography and weak performances, though some praise the fun elements.
- Audience reactions are mixed, with a 92% score on Rotten Tomatoes despite a 29% critic rating.
- Fans express sympathy for Levi, citing poor marketing and his recent streak of box office disappointments.
- Supporting cast performances, especially from Jemaine Clement and Benjamin Bottani, are highlighted as positive aspects.
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