Will Avengers: Endgame Surpass Avengers: Infinity War and Avatar?
With the release of Avengers: Endgame on April 24, 2019, fans and industry insiders alike have been debating its projected box office success. As of May 13, 2019, the global gross for Avengers: Endgame stood at a staggering 2.503 billion dollars. This impressive figure includes 1.7747 billion outside of the US and Canada and 728.4 million in the US and Canada.
Current Box Office Performance
With the film still in theaters and a strong opening weekend performance, it seems that the chances of Avengers: Endgame surpassing other blockbuster hits like Avatar and Gone with the Wind are high. In fact, many predict that it will become the highest-grossing film in history. Some experts even suggest that it may reach $3 billion, surpassing the domestic record set by Avatar.
Breaking Records?
One of the most interesting considerations is whether Avengers: Endgame will be released again to break records. Given its massive success, such a decision seems likely. In fact, the film has already surpassed Avatar in domestic box office earnings, making it a significant milestone.
For the Record
2019 Update: Currently, Avengers: Endgame has surpassed Titanic with a global gross of more than 2.2 billion dollars. This puts it on track to potentially surpass Avatar's record, which stands at over 2.7 billion dollars.
As of today, the film is still performing exceptionally well, having earned more than 2 billion US dollars in less than two weeks. With a weeks time, it has already made almost 1.5 billion in box office earnings. By the time its theatrical run is over, it could very well be the first to crack the 3 billion USD mark.
Crucially, there are various factors that may impact this outcome. While stochastic differential equations, a mathematical tool used in finance, could theoretically predict such outcomes, the realities of the movie industry make it challenging to pinpoint exact numbers. For instance, Avatar held the record for longer due to fewer competing films, making it more difficult for others to overtake it.
Challenges Ahead
Looking ahead, Avengers: Endgame will face stiff competition from other major releases like The Lion King, which is set to follow in the summer of 2019. These upcoming films, along with other screenings, will likely take away viewers and screen time from Endgame.
Some analysts predict that while Avengers: Endgame is highly likely to break the 2 billion USD barrier, the possibility of it reaching 2.5 billion is more feasible. Nonetheless, the film's global success story is undoubtedly record-breaking, and the discussion on whether it can surpass Avatar's mark continues to be a focal point for the industry.
Summary
Indeed, the success of Avengers: Endgame is unprecedented, but the race to break records is far from over. While the film's initial performance suggests it will exceed Avatar and Gone with the Wind, the road to achieving 3 billion dollars is fraught with challenges. Nevertheless, the film has already set a new standard for box office earnings, and its future in the film industry remains exciting.