Over the weekend, the female-driven film “It Ends With Us” made a significant impact at the global box office, earning a whopping $80 million in its opening. This accomplishment is particularly impressive considering the modest budget of the film. As of now, the international portion of the box office stands at $30 million, with several key markets yet to contribute to the overall earnings.
“It Ends With Us” has resonated strongly with audiences across the globe, securing top positions in 32 markets and claiming the number one spot in 12 markets. In Europe, the film generated $13.5 million, with the UK leading the way with $5.7 million. Latin America also showed strong support for the film, with Brazil bringing in $3.4 million and Mexico earning $2.5 million.
The success of “It Ends With Us” is evident in the performance in its top markets to date. Saudi Arabia leads the pack with $23.5 million, followed by Mexico with $15.6 million, the UK with $15.4 million, Germany with $12.7 million, and France with $11.3 million. The film’s international debut surpasses the performance of other notable films, including “The Fault In Our Stars,” “Girl on the Train,” “Me Before You,” “Little Women,” “Anyone But You,” and “Where the Crawdads Sing.”
The success of “It Ends With Us” is even more remarkable when compared to other recent box office hits. The film’s performance is 44% ahead of “The Fault In Our Stars,” 50% larger than “Girl on the Train,” 62% over “Me Before You,” 2.4 times bigger than “Little Women,” 2.7 times ahead of “Anyone But You,” and four times the earnings of “Where the Crawdads Sing” in similar markets at current exchange rates.
While “It Ends With Us” has captured the attention of moviegoers worldwide, other films have also made significant strides at the box office. “Despicable Me 4” by Illumination/Universal added $18.8 million in international earnings, bringing the global total to $807.2 million. The top markets for “Despicable Me 4” include China, the UK, Mexico, Germany, and France. Additionally, Disney/Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” continues to perform well, adding $14.5 million during its ninth weekend, reaching $957.3 million internationally and $1,593.8 million globally.
By closely examining the success of female-driven films like “It Ends With Us,” it is evident that there is a growing demand for diverse storytelling and representation in cinema. As audiences continue to support these films, the industry must recognize the importance of catering to a wide range of voices and perspectives to create truly inclusive and successful content.