US Edition‘One Battle After Another’ Targets $50M Global Opening & Record Start For Paul Thomas Anderson – Box Office Preview
The film aims for a $20 million to $25 million debut, supported by a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score and Oscar buzz to boost long-term box office returns.
- On September 26, 2025, One Battle After Another opens in U.S. theaters, tracking to a $20 million to $25 million domestic debut with stateside previews Thursday at 2 p.m. across 3,200 sites.
- Oscar buzz and critic praise have heightened expectations, as One Battle After Another boasts a near-perfect 97% on Rotten Tomatoes and could boost initial ticket sales.
- With a $130 million price tag, One Battle After Another requires roughly $300 million to break even theatrically, representing Paul Thomas Anderson, director’s biggest budget and bold production choices.
- For Warner Bros., the release is expected to be Anderson's highest-grossing film even if it falls short, potentially ending its streak of 7 consecutive $40M+ openings.
- With the wider market changing, Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle’s strong totals reshape expectations while One Battle After Another leads PLF with a 13% showtime market share and 17,000 global screens.
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‘One Battle After Another’ Targets $50M Global Opening & Record Start For Paul Thomas Anderson – Box Office Preview
One Battle After Another from Paul Thomas Anderson and starring Leonardo DiCaprio is eyeing a $25 million box office opening in the U.S. and Canada.
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