Is 'Supergirl' Struggling to Fly High at the Box Office? Here's What You Need to Know!
Box Office Performance of 'Supergirl'
The much-anticipated film "Supergirl" is currently showing in theaters but is facing challenges in making a notable impact at the box office. Although it is close to overtaking "Masters of the Universe" in North America, its overall performance has been lackluster. The film has recorded some of the lowest daily earnings for a DC production, suggesting that audiences may not be fully embracing new heroes from the DC franchise.
In contrast, "Masters of the Universe," featuring Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man and Jared Leto as Skeletor, has also had a tough year. This film, based on the popular Mattel franchise, has managed to earn $64.2 million in North America, but it too is viewed as a box office letdown. As per Box Office Mojo, "Supergirl" is now less than $5 million away from surpassing the earnings of "Masters of the Universe" in North America.
While "Supergirl" has yet to reach the $50 million mark internationally, it has accumulated $45.7 million from overseas markets. When combined with its domestic earnings of $61.6 million, the film's total worldwide revenue stands at $107.3 million. This indicates that while it may not be a total box office disaster, it has not met the expectations set for a film of its magnitude.
Directed by Craig Gillespie, "Supergirl" tells the story of Kara Zor-El, who embarks on an exhilarating interstellar journey for revenge and justice, teaming up with an unexpected ally as a formidable enemy threatens her loved ones. Released on June 26, the film's box office journey continues as audiences share their thoughts on this latest installment in the DC universe.