Spider-Man: Brand New Day has officially surpassed Star Wars: The Force Awakens to become the highest-grossing film of all time at the domestic box office. The joint Marvel and Sony venture achieved this milestone after one month and two weeks in theaters.
Domestic Box Office Dominance
"Brand New Day" has garnered $937 million in U.S. ticket sales, exceeding the $936 million earned by "The Force Awakens" during its 2015 run. This achievement marks a significant moment for the film, which stars Tom Holland as Peter Parker.
Worldwide Performance and All-Time Rankings
Globally, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" has grossed over $2.4 billion, positioning it as the third highest-grossing film worldwide. It trails only behind Avatar, which has grossed approximately $2.9 billion, and Avengers: Endgame, with around $2.8 billion. An upcoming re-release of "Avengers: Endgame" on September 25 will include new footage, potentially boosting its total before "Brand New Day" concludes its theatrical run.
Fan Appreciation and Future Implications
Following the announcement of its box office record, Marvel and Sony expressed their gratitude to fans via social media. The film, which premiered on July 31, has been met with varied reactions, with some critics hailing it as the best Spider-Man movie to date, while others noted franchise fatigue due to its extensive ties to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
While Tom Holland's appearance in "Avengers: Doomsday" has not been confirmed, a post-credits scene in "Brand New Day" strongly suggests his involvement in "Avengers: Secret Wars," slated for release in December of next year.