Greta Gerwig‘s ‘Barbie’ and Christopher Nolan‘s ‘Oppenheimer’ Dominate with $155 Million and $80.5 Million Openings
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The box office witnessed an unprecedented phenomenon as “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” conquered with a combined record-breaking debut of $235.5 million. Greta Gerwig’s neon-coated fantasy comedy, “Barbie,” took the lead with a stunning $155 million opening, the highest of 2023 for a female-directed film. Christopher Nolan’s R-rated historical drama, “Oppenheimer,” followed close behind, achieving a remarkable $80.5 million debut. This extraordinary success signals a major rebound for the movie industry, showcasing the enduring appeal of original stories on the big screen. Audiences flocked to theaters for a unique communal experience, with both films receiving critical acclaim and positive reviews. The “Barbenheimer” frenzy demonstrated that audiences are eager for diverse content, reinvigorating the summer box office and proving the power of counter-programming strategies.
Happy Barbenheimer day, to all who celebrate! It's looking to be a record-breaking box office weekend, as both #Barbie and #Oppenheimer open in theaters across the country. Many are marking the occasion with a double feature, and @ABCNewsJason has his take on which to see first. pic.twitter.com/WGZI9wROwv
— ABC Audio (@abcaudio) July 21, 2023
Explosive box office weekend as Barbie scores the biggest opening of the year and Oppenheimer destroys expectations. https://t.co/cE77QefQWa
— Ryan Faughnder (@RFaughnder) July 23, 2023
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