Thescreescore – How to Train Your Dragon, DreamWorks’ live-action adaptation of its 2010 animated classic, has ignited the box office, achieving a phenomenal $252.9 million global gross in less than a week. This marks a stunning debut for the film, directed by Dean DeBlois and starring Mason Thames as Hiccup. The film’s impressive performance has catapulted it into Universal’s Top 100 highest-grossing films, surpassing titles like Get Out, Dolittle, and The Bad Guys. This initial success positions the film for a potential blockbuster run.
A Soaring Success Story
With a reported budget of $250 million, the film’s rapid ascent past the $250 million mark is a significant indicator of its potential to become a major cinematic triumph. While still needing to reach a projected break-even point of $500 million, its current trajectory suggests it’s well on its way. Industry analysts at Deadline predict a further $40 million domestic boost by the end of its second weekend, propelling it even higher on Universal’s all-time rankings.
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Climbing the Charts
Currently sitting at #96 on Universal’s all-time grossing list, How to Train Your Dragon is poised to quickly surpass films like Halloween (2018) and Us (2019). Its strong domestic performance alone is projected to surpass Pacific Rim: Uprising by the end of the weekend, solidifying its place among the studio’s top 78 films.
A Potential Blockbuster?
The film’s current momentum suggests a potential global gross exceeding $925 million, a figure that would place it among Universal’s top 15 highest-grossing films of all time. This remarkable success has already led DreamWorks to greenlight a live-action sequel, adapting the second film in the animated trilogy. The roaring success of How to Train Your Dragon is a testament to the enduring appeal of this beloved franchise and the power of a well-executed live-action adaptation. The film’s future box office performance will undoubtedly be a key storyline to follow in the coming weeks.
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