Box Office Weekend 6/17 - 6/19: Green Is In. - Blu-ray Forum

Blu Titan · 06-13-2011, 02:29 PM

Green Lantern makes it theatrical debut, and DC Comics is looking to find some "green" with this release. Also releasing wide this week, Mr. Popper's Penguins. Jim Carrey no longer has the same box office pull and Lantern should be a clear #1. Returning from last week, Super 8 should have a strong hold. X-Men: First Class will be looking to keep ticket buyers in showdown of superhero movies. No reviews (mostly) at this point and zero tracking info for the green guy. My early guess is for GL to make $52M over the three day weekend

. First Class made a little over $55M in its weekend debut, and it would be interesting to see how those two movies will compare.

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Aerodude73 · 06-13-2011, 04:16 PM

GL - $45-50M
Super 8 - $28M
Popper's Penguins - $25M
X-Men FC - $21M

Foggy · 06-13-2011, 04:33 PM

Around $60 Mill I think it will do more than expected, however Super 8 will hold stron with about 20-25 Mill

Blu Titan · 06-13-2011, 04:43 PM

I'll post my top five:

1. Green Lantern: $52 million.
2. Mr. Popper's Penguins: $20 million
3. Super 8: $18.5 million.
4. X-Men FC: $13 million
5. Kung Fu Panda $11 million.

Blu-Benny · 06-13-2011, 04:59 PM

i think GL is going to pull in between 65-69 million this weekend.

TheZoof · 06-13-2011, 07:56 PM

I didn't realize this was directed by Martin Campbell... could be rock solid.

I predict in the 40mil range...

Diesel · 06-13-2011, 10:01 PM

$70M+

Finke said earlier last week that awareness for Lantern was tracking through the roof.

I think it'll debut strong, easily besting X-Men and topping Thor as well.

It has 3D...but will it be a boost or a hindrance is the real question. Word is the 3D is quite good, but will general audiences know that? This is the kind of movie to see in 3D, so hopefully that translates to high $.

This NEEDS to succeed in opening weekend (and total box office) for future DC movies to be cemented as the next tentpoles for WB as they intend.

Chaotic · 06-13-2011, 10:02 PM

1. Mr Popper's Penguins $33M
2. Super 8 $25M
3. Green Lantern $22M
4. X-Men $14M
5. The Hangover 2 $11M

Clark Kent · 06-13-2011, 10:05 PM

$50 million is way too low of an estimate for Green Lantern. It has been promoted by a much stronger pre-marketing campaign than X-Men had. Warner will be disappointed with anything below $70 million, and are secretly hoping for a number north of $80 million. The opening date was picked as all schools across the country are finally out for summer and there are no holidays to interfere with it. The competition is weak as Carrey's movies skew older and older these days.

Chaotic · 06-13-2011, 10:11 PM

I cant remember the last time a big summer movie had as much bad buzz as Green Lantern.
I havent heard any people say that looks good which is a shame. i think it looks cool

MD-Blu · 06-13-2011, 10:34 PM

GL will clearly rack it in this wkend w/o a doubt. My guess is 65-70 mil range.

Walts Ghost · 06-13-2011, 10:43 PM

Green Lantern will be between $60-$65 million easy because of 3D tickets sales. I think Super 8 and X-Men will battle for second place.

Aerodude73 · 06-13-2011, 10:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chaotic

1. Mr Popper's Penguins $33M
2. Super 8 $25M
3. Green Lantern $22M
4. X-Men $14M
5. The Hangover 2 $11M

NO Way Green Lantern will Just do $22M -- It'll easily do at least $50, maybe as much as $65+ Million. Just my $.02

Taipan · 06-13-2011, 10:45 PM

70 mill for me.

42041 · 06-13-2011, 11:15 PM

It pains me to wish more bad press on 3D movies, but Green Lantern looks like a dud, and I'm betting on less than $50 mil.

Blu Titan · 06-13-2011, 11:52 PM

I think Warner's marketing strategy for this film has been very good. Reviews will be made available one day before it releases...and I have a feeling they are going to be positive. The tv and theatrical spots have been very carefully placed and interest is high This is a golden opportunity for DC and Warner to create a new franchise, and it might just happen. GL was tracking ahead of Super 8 and that was before Super 8 released. GL will shown in over 3,600 theaters.

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Blu Titan · 06-14-2011, 12:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Diesel

$70M+

Finke said earlier last week that awareness for Lantern was tracking through the roof.

I think it'll debut strong, easily besting X-Men and topping Thor as well.

It has 3D...but will it be a boost or a hindrance is the real question. Word is the 3D is quite good, but will general audiences know that? This is the kind of movie to see in 3D, so hopefully that translates to high $.

This NEEDS to succeed in opening weekend (and total box office) for future DC movies to be cemented as the next tentpoles for WB as they intend.

It has two weekends to make good then it will be fanboy craze with Transformers. Sadly X-Men missed its boat, but I do not think a timely sequel is out of the question. However, there will be some changes

.

Blu Titan · 06-14-2011, 02:37 AM

The upcoming weekend will have a tough time matching the $198M for the same weekend 2010. Toy Story's debut with $110 million.

Diesel · 06-14-2011, 04:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blu Titan

It has two weekends to make good then it will be fanboy craze with Transformers. Sadly X-Men missed its boat, but I do not think a timely sequel is out of the question. However, there will be some changes

.

I read today that Transformers 3 is tracking for $175M 6-day opening right now. That's mighty impressive several weeks out still.

RotF pulled down $214M 6-day opening.

Dark of the Moon may not be as strong out the gate as RotF, but if it is as good as it looks it should be able to hold on to its numbers longer.

Snicket · 06-14-2011, 04:54 AM

Seeing as how people are rewarding mediocrity and ignoring effort this summer, I predict a sub $60 mil opening.

That's a darn shame for X-men and Super 8, both films deserved so much more. Yet here we have hangover and Pirates 4 rolling in the green...Mega BS.

View Poll Results: How much green will Green Lantern make in its initial weekend?
Less Than $30 million, it will be a bust.	8	16.67%
$30 million - $34.9 million	3	6.25%
$35 million - $39.9 million	1	2.08%
$40 million - $44.9 million	7	14.58%
$45 million - $49.9 million	5	10.42%
$50 million - $54.9 million	5	10.42%
$55 million - $59.9 million	3	6.25%
$60 million - $64.9 milliom	5	10.42%
$65 million - $69.9 million	5	10.42%
Over $70 million, it will bury the X-Men.	6	12.50%
Voters: 48. You may not vote on this poll

06-13-2011, 10:01 PM	#7
Diesel Blu-ray Archduke Top contributor Member since:Jan 2009 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:- DVD collection:- Digital collection:- Blu-ray reviews: 31 Trading Score:10	$70M+ Finke said earlier last week that awareness for Lantern was tracking through the roof. I think it'll debut strong, easily besting X-Men and topping Thor as well. It has 3D...but will it be a boost or a hindrance is the real question. Word is the 3D is quite good, but will general audiences know that? This is the kind of movie to see in 3D, so hopefully that translates to high $. This NEEDS to succeed in opening weekend (and total box office) for future DC movies to be cemented as the next tentpoles for WB as they intend. Last edited by Diesel; 06-13-2011 at 10:03 PM.

06-13-2011, 11:52 PM	#16
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	I think Warner's marketing strategy for this film has been very good. Reviews will be made available one day before it releases...and I have a feeling they are going to be positive. The tv and theatrical spots have been very carefully placed and interest is high This is a golden opportunity for DC and Warner to create a new franchise, and it might just happen. GL was tracking ahead of Super 8 and that was before Super 8 released. GL will shown in over 3,600 theaters. green.jpg Last edited by Blu Titan; 06-13-2011 at 11:58 PM.

06-13-2011, 02:29 PM	#1
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	Box Office Weekend 6/17 - 6/19: Green Is In. Green Lantern makes it theatrical debut, and DC Comics is looking to find some "green" with this release. Also releasing wide this week, Mr. Popper's Penguins. Jim Carrey no longer has the same box office pull and Lantern should be a clear #1. Returning from last week, Super 8 should have a strong hold. X-Men: First Class will be looking to keep ticket buyers in showdown of superhero movies. No reviews (mostly) at this point and zero tracking info for the green guy. My early guess is for GL to make $52M over the three day weekend . First Class made a little over $55M in its weekend debut, and it would be interesting to see how those two movies will compare. Green Lantern.jpg Last edited by Blu Titan; 06-14-2011 at 06:44 PM.

06-13-2011, 04:16 PM	#2
Aerodude73 Blu-ray Archduke Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Middletown, RI (MEMBER OF THE "ECPP")™ Home Theater Gallery:134 4K collection:428 Blu-ray collection:2499 DVD collection:7 Digital collection:3 Blu-ray reviews:9 Trading Score:31	GL - $45-50M Super 8 - $28M Popper's Penguins - $25M X-Men FC - $21M

06-13-2011, 04:33 PM	#3
Foggy Blu-ray Grand Duke Top contributor Member since:Dec 2008 Location:UK 4K collection:30 Blu-ray collection:3600 DVD collection:47	Around $60 Mill I think it will do more than expected, however Super 8 will hold stron with about 20-25 Mill

06-13-2011, 04:43 PM	#4
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	I'll post my top five: 1. Green Lantern: $52 million. 2. Mr. Popper's Penguins: $20 million 3. Super 8: $18.5 million. 4. X-Men FC: $13 million 5. Kung Fu Panda $11 million.

06-13-2011, 04:59 PM	#5
Blu-Benny Michael Bay's #1 Fan Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:Wisconsin Home Theater Gallery:39 Blu-ray collection:552 DVD collection:108 Trading Score:138	i think GL is going to pull in between 65-69 million this weekend.

06-13-2011, 07:56 PM	#6
TheZoof Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:Aug 2008 Location:Ottawa,Canada Home Theater Gallery:27 4K collection:871 Blu-ray collection:1660 DVD collection:10 Blu-ray reviews: 38 Trading Score:2	I didn't realize this was directed by Martin Campbell... could be rock solid. I predict in the 40mil range...

06-13-2011, 10:02 PM	#8
Chaotic Blu-ray Grand Duke Member since:Mar 2009 Location:Denver, CO	1. Mr Popper's Penguins $33M 2. Super 8 $25M 3. Green Lantern $22M 4. X-Men $14M 5. The Hangover 2 $11M

06-13-2011, 10:05 PM	#9
Clark Kent Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Metropolis Blu-ray reviews:2 Trading Score:184	$50 million is way too low of an estimate for Green Lantern. It has been promoted by a much stronger pre-marketing campaign than X-Men had. Warner will be disappointed with anything below $70 million, and are secretly hoping for a number north of $80 million. The opening date was picked as all schools across the country are finally out for summer and there are no holidays to interfere with it. The competition is weak as Carrey's movies skew older and older these days.

06-13-2011, 10:11 PM	#10
Chaotic Blu-ray Grand Duke Member since:Mar 2009 Location:Denver, CO	I cant remember the last time a big summer movie had as much bad buzz as Green Lantern. I havent heard any people say that looks good which is a shame. i think it looks cool

06-13-2011, 10:34 PM	#11
MD-Blu Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Oct 2008 Location:KY 4K collection:138 Blu-ray collection:194 DVD collection:15 Trading Score:57	GL will clearly rack it in this wkend w/o a doubt. My guess is 65-70 mil range.

06-13-2011, 10:43 PM	#12
Walts Ghost Blu-ray Prince Top contributor Member since:Jun 2010 Location:Arizona 4K collection:788 Blu-ray collection:3091 DVD collection:177 iTunes collection:34 Blu-ray reviews: 33 Trading Score:1	Green Lantern will be between $60-$65 million easy because of 3D tickets sales. I think Super 8 and X-Men will battle for second place.

06-13-2011, 10:45 PM	#14
Taipan Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Oct 2010 Location:In my theater room. Blu-ray collection:483 Trading Score:4	70 mill for me.

06-13-2011, 11:15 PM	#15
42041 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Oct 2008	It pains me to wish more bad press on 3D movies, but Green Lantern looks like a dud, and I'm betting on less than $50 mil.

06-14-2011, 02:37 AM	#18
Blu Titan Super Moderator Top ranked HT gallery Top contributor Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Edo, Land of the Samurai Home Theater Gallery:42 4K collection:41 Blu-ray collection:2864 Blu-ray reviews: 2 Trading Score:92	The upcoming weekend will have a tough time matching the $198M for the same weekend 2010. Toy Story's debut with $110 million.

06-14-2011, 04:54 AM	#20
Snicket Blu-ray Knight Member since:Jul 2010 4K collection:622 Blu-ray collection:1160 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:56	Seeing as how people are rewarding mediocrity and ignoring effort this summer, I predict a sub $60 mil opening. That's a darn shame for X-men and Super 8, both films deserved so much more. Yet here we have hangover and Pirates 4 rolling in the green...Mega BS.

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