NEW YORK CITY: Since 2008's 'Iron Man,' the Marvel machine has been one of the most unstoppable forces in box-office history.
NEW YORK CITY: Since 2008's 'Iron Man,' the Marvel machine has been one of the most unstoppable forces in box-office history. Now, though, that aura of invincibility is showing signs of wear and tear, as the screen superhero factory hit a new low with the weekend launch of 'The Marvels,' which opened with just $47 million, studio estimates showed on Sunday.
Marvel has still produced recent hits. 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' launched this summer with $118 million before ultimately raking in $845.6 million worldwide. Sony's 'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' earned $690.5 million globally and, after rave reviews, is widely expected to be an Oscar contender.The actors strike also didn't do 'The Marvels' any favors.