Primetime, a biographical crime drama thriller starring Robert Pattinson, has debuted with impressive figures that beat industry forecasts. The movie has outpaced both Marty Supreme and The Drama to secure one of the three highest opening weekends in A24 Studios’ history. Since the film has not yet launched internationally, its box office run will proceed at a measured pace for now. Read on for the details.
Primetime’s opening weekend at the box office in North America
The Robert Pattinson vehicle brought in a solid $19.2 million during its three-day domestic opening weekend in North America. Even though it beat industry projections, it missed the top three on the overall domestic box office charts, landing at #4 while Avengers: Endgame Encore claimed the #1 spot [via Box Office Mojo].
Three-day opening weekend breakdown
- Friday, day 1 – $8.5 million
- Saturday – $6.1 million
- Sunday – $4.6 million
Total – $19.2 million
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Recorded the 3rd biggest debut ever among A24 releases
Reports indicate that Robert Pattinson’s Primetime has launched with stellar North American box office figures, marking the third-largest three-day opening weekend in the history of A24. It surpassed the opening weekend grosses of both The Drama and Marty Supreme in North America.
Check out the top 5 opening weekends of A24 movies at the North American box office
1. Backrooms – $81.4 million
2. Civil War – $25.5 million
3. Primetime – $19.2 million
4. Marty Supreme – $15.8 million
5. The Drama – $14.4 million
According to reports, A24 picked up the movie for under $15 million. Because the Robert Pattinson starrer has not yet rolled out overseas, it stands to expand its performance once it goes international.
More about the movie
The story centers on television host Chris Hansen as he attempts to make television history in 2006 with his controversial predator-catching program, To Catch a Predator. His hunt for sensational footage begins to blur the boundaries between entertainment and justice. Primetime premiered on September 26.
Stay tuned to Koimoi for more box office updates!
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