The cinematic world has been captivated once again with the release of From the World of John Wick: Ballerina. While the film has crossed a notable global box office milestone, the excitement is tempered with the realization that it hasn’t quite managed to soar as its predecessors in the John Wick saga. Directed by Len Wiseman, this latest chapter features the talented Ana de Armas stepping into the role of Eve Macarro, a vengeful assassin driven by the haunting murder of her father. Joining her on this relentless journey are heavyweights of the industry, including Keanu Reeves, Ian McShane, Anjelica Huston, and Gabriel Byrne. Despite such a star-studded cast, the film’s box office opening of $24 million domestically has sparked discussions among fans and critics alike.
According to The Numbers, Ballerina has now grossed $95.1 million worldwide. This figure is composed of $45.4 million from the domestic market and $49.7 million from international audiences. As the film approaches the coveted $100 million mark, it’s essential to note that it still lags behind the financial successes of all other entries in the John Wick franchise, except for the original film released in 2014. For perspective, here’s how the franchise stands in terms of box office performance:
John Wick Franchise Box Office | |
|---|---|
Title | Worldwide Box Office |
From the World of John Wick: Ballerina | $95.1M |
John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023) | $447.3M |
John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019) | $326.6M |
John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017) | $171.5M |
John Wick (2014) | $86M |
What This Means For Ballerina
Will The John Wick Spinoff Be A Success?
With an estimated production budget of $90 million, Ballerina comes with substantial expectations. The Hollywood rule of thumb suggests that a film typically needs to earn about 2.5 times its budget to break even, meaning this John Wick spinoff might be eyeing a daunting recovery mark of $225 million. It’s been just under two weeks since the film graced theaters, with several weeks still ahead; however, given the current trajectory, it appears unlikely for Ballerina to achieve this figure and come out profitable.
Box Office Mojo notes a concerning 60.2% drop in its box office earnings from opening weekend to its second weekend. This figure doesn’t bode well for the film’s resilience in the months ahead. Interestingly, even though critics have offered generally favorable reviews, the film boasts an impressive 93% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, which often bodes well for audience word-of-mouth.
The forthcoming weekends will be pivotal for gauging Ballerina’s overall performance. Should it falter as a box office disappointment, the ramifications might ripple through the John Wick franchise. While it underscores Keanu Reeves’ integral role as a box office draw, it may pose challenges for potential spinoffs beyond the forthcoming John Wick: Chapter 5, including speculative discussions about a Ballerina 2. Ultimately, the film’s performance could signal a need for tighter budgets for future ventures within this action-packed universe.
More to come…
Source: The Numbers