Alien: Covenant‘s Box Office Opening: A Sensational Analysis

Alien: Covenant, the latest installment in the Alien franchise, has made a significant impact at the box office. This article will delve into the details of its opening weekend, comparing it to previous films in the series and analyzing its performance in different markets.

Opening Weekend Performance

Alien: Covenant opened in the United States on May 19, 2017, and grossed $36 million in its opening weekend. This figure is lower than the opening weekend of its predecessor, Prometheus, which grossed $51 million in 2012. However, it is essential to note that the production budget for Alien: Covenant was significantly lower than Prometheus, with a budget of $100 million compared to Prometheus‘ $130 million.

Comparison to Previous Films

When comparing Alien: Covenant‘s opening weekend to other films in the Alien franchise, it ranks fourth in terms of highest opening weekends. The highest opening weekend was achieved by Prometheus, followed by Alien vs. Predator in 2004, and Aliens in 1986. Alien: Covenant‘s opening weekend was higher than the original Alien film in 1979, Alien 3 in 1992, and Alien: Resurrection in 1997.

International Performance

Alien: Covenant performed well internationally, grossing $81.8 million in its opening weekend across 34 markets. The film opened at number one in 19 of these markets, including the United Kingdom, where it grossed $7.3 million, and Australia, where it grossed $2.9 million. The film also performed well in South Korea, grossing $13.4 million, and Mexico, where it grossed $4.4 million.

Conclusion

Alien: Covenant‘s box office opening, while not as high as some of its predecessors, still demonstrates the enduring popularity of the Alien franchise. The film’s lower production budget compared to Prometheus could potentially lead to higher profits for the studio. As the franchise continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how future installments perform at the box office.

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