.Barbie won the box office preview battle, grossing $22.3 million in previews compared to Oppenheimer’s $10.5 million. This makes Barbie the second-biggest preview of the year, behind only Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.
Barbie is expected to have a strong opening weekend, with projections ranging from $110 million to $140 million. Oppenheimer is expected to open to around $50 million.
Barbie vs. Oppenheimer at the Box Office
It will be interesting to see how the two films fare in the long run. Barbie is a more family-friendly film, while Oppenheimer is a more adult-oriented thriller. This could make Barbie more appealing to a wider audience, but it could also limit its potential for repeat viewings.
Only time will tell who will ultimately win the box office battle between Barbie and Oppenheimer. But for now, it looks like Barbie is the clear frontrunner.
Here are some other things to keep an eye on as the two films continue to compete at the box office:
The reviews for both films have been positive, but Barbie has received slightly higher marks. This could give Barbie a slight edge in terms of word-of-mouth. The marketing campaigns for both films have been strong. However, Barbie’s campaign has been more focused on the film’s humor and heart, while Oppenheimer’s campaign has been more focused on the film’s historical significance. This could appeal to different audiences. The release dates for both films are also worth considering. Barbie is opening in the summer, which is traditionally a busy time for moviegoing. Oppenheimer is opening in the fall, which is a less crowded time. This could give Barbie an advantage in terms of competition. Overall, it looks like Barbie is the frontrunner in the box office battle between Barbie and Oppenheimer. However, it’s still too early to say for sure who will ultimately win.
Table of Contents
