By Sharon Smith| Movies | March 11, 2025
In a surprising twist at the box office, Bong Joon Ho’s highly anticipated sci-fi thriller, Mickey 17, has officially knocked Captain America: Brave New World from the top spot.
Starring Robert Pattinson in a gripping and mysterious role, Mickey 17 earned an impressive $19.1 million domestically and raked in $24.5 million globally in its opening weekend. The film, which has been praised for its cerebral storytelling and stunning visuals, currently holds a strong 78% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Marvel’s Captain America: Brave New World, which had been dominating ticket sales since its release, still managed to bring in another $8.5 million this weekend, pushing its total global earnings to $370.7 million. Despite the superhero film’s continued success, the arrival of Mickey 17 proves that audiences are hungry for fresh, original sci-fi storytelling.
With its mind-bending premise and Bong Joon Ho’s signature directorial brilliance, Mickey 17 is poised to be one of the most talked-about films of the year. Will it continue its reign at the box office, or will another blockbuster rise to claim the throne? Stay tuned.
EW – Mickey 17 dethrones Captain America: Brave New World, becomes unlikely box office hero at No. 1
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