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Blue Beetle’ Sinks At The Box Office And Warner Bros Assumes That DC’s Movie Will End With Losses

1 years ago By Movies Desk

The Hero We Weren’t Waiting For?

Oh, “Blue Beetle,” we barely knew ye. Despite hopes of introducing a charismatic, youthful jolt to the DC Universe, the film fluttered rather than flew, racking up a rather modest $81.1 million worldwide. Is it a simple case of audience disinterest or a sign of deeper issues within the DC film franchise? Let’s dive head-to-head into the details!

Doing the Numbers: Not So Super

Opening to a lackluster $25.5 million domestically, it’s a clear case of hero fatigue or perhaps, lack of a compelling quest. Even Wonder Woman, Flash, and their super-gang regularly raked in more bucks in their opening weekends. For a character as dynamic as Jaime Reyes (played by Xolo Maridueña), the box office performance feels like a quest gone wrong. Even the great Susan Sarandon, playing Victoria Kord, couldn’t weave her magic to save this one.

Here’s the kicker: The film had a modest budget of $104 million. So, while it’s not a “Wonder Woman 1984” level disaster, it’s certainly no “Aquaman” either, which remains the only DC film to cross the billion-dollar mark.

The Future: New Seasons, New Reasons?

Warner Bros. is in the midst of a DC reboot under new CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran, and perhaps this is the awkward adolescence before DC finally grows up. “Superman: Legacy” slated for a summer 2025 release aims to breathe new life into the universe. But before that, we’ve got the much-anticipated “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” hitting screens this December, so all is not lost.

But what about our blue friend? Initially, meant for streaming, “Blue Beetle” was pushed into theaters, which might explain its lukewarm reception. Combine this with a lack of promotional activities due to the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes, and it seems the Beetle was fighting an uphill battle from the get-go.

Wrapping Up: Lessons and Legacies

So, what have we learned from “Blue Beetle’s” box office stumble? Perhaps, timing is everything. Perhaps it’s a loud signal to Warner Bros. that while the DC Universe has its rewards, it also has its risks. And perhaps it’s a cautionary tale for DC fans, reminding us that not every hero wears a cape—or in this case, flies high at the box office.

On the brighter side, the film did get a B+ CinemaScore and a 76% on Rotten Tomatoes, showing that while the box office may not have been kind, audiences found something to cheer about.

In the age of reboots, remakes, and endless quests, one thing’s clear: The story is far from over. While the Beetle might be grounded for now, the DC Universe is ever-expanding. Get ready for new episodes, new seasons, and new series that might just bring the silver lining we’ve all been waiting for.

Also Read: 3 Reasons Why HBO Max Cancels The Controversial ‘The Idol’ After A Single Season

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