Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Box Office Hits Lowest in a Decade Despite 'Captain America' Success

3/3/2025

45 5

Summary

Story summary

In a lackluster Oscar weekend, "Captain America: Brave New World" continued its reign at the box office, raking in $15 million for a total of $163.7 million domestically. Meanwhile, the new release "Last Breath" landed in second place with $7.8 million. Overall, domestic revenue plummeted to $56 million, marking the lowest earnings in ten years.

History

Historical Context

The current box office slump mirrors past crises, notably the 2020 pandemic, when theaters closed globally, leading to severe revenue drops. In 2020, U.S. box office revenue fell to its lowest in decades, as studios shifted to streaming releases. This weekend's low earnings reflect ongoing challenges in consumer confidence and changing viewing habits, reminiscent of that tumultuous period in film history.

1 of 2

Story summary

In a lackluster Oscar weekend, "Captain America: Brave New World" continued its reign at the box office, raking in $15 million for a total of $163.7 million domestically. Meanwhile, the new release "Last Breath" landed in second place with $7.8 million. Overall, domestic revenue plummeted to $56 million, marking the lowest earnings in ten years.

1 / 2