The long-running Ghostbusters franchise marks another milestone with Frozen Empire leading the DEG digital transactions chart. The film, which has sparked various reactions, achieved global earnings of $200 million despite mixed reviews.
Reviving Classic Stars and New Talents
A sequel to Ghostbusters: Afterlife, Frozen Empire blends old and new faces. Original stars like Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, and Ernie Hudson return alongside current actors such as Paul Rudd and Mckenna Grace.
Box Office Performance
Following its mid-March debut, Frozen Empire navigated a fluctuating performance landscape. Despite losing theaters, it still grossed an impressive $113 million domestically and over $87 million internationally. It’s noteworthy that Gil Kenan’s direction managed to anchor the film well within the competitive market.
Comparative Reception
The new installment holds critiques and comparisons to previous films. While it doesn’t match the success of its predecessors – Answer the Call (2016) and Afterlife (2021), reaching a $200 million milestone demonstrates the ongoing passion for Ghostbusters.
Budget Constraints and Fan Response
The production budget for Frozen Empire was reported at $100 million. Reviews for the movie were polarizing; while it attained a 43% score on Rotten Tomatoes, viewer feedback was significantly better at 83%. In perspective, Paul Feig’s Answer the Call (2016) fared better financially but faced adverse fan reactions.
The Legacy of Ghostbusters
The franchise began with Ivan Reitman’s 1984 classic, grossing nearly $300 million globally. Slightly less successful box-office results followed with Afterlife ($129 million domestically) and Answer the Call ($229.1 million worldwide). Nevertheless, this didn’t deter successive attempts to invigorate the series.
Looking Ahead
The enduring appeal of Ghostbusters shows no signs of slowing down. With continued interest and strong sales on DEG digital platforms, there’s optimism for future sequels and expansions within this beloved franchise.
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