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Godzilla Minus Zero: Box Office Roars Past $25M Estimate
4 Oct
Summary
- Godzilla Minus Zero is set for release next month, projecting a $25 million North American opening.
- The film is the 39th in the Godzilla franchise and the first Japanese production filmed for IMAX.
- This sequel aims to more than double the original's $11.4 million opening weekend collection.
The highly anticipated Godzilla Minus Zero is scheduled for release next month, with early projections indicating a robust North American box office debut. The film, directed by Takashi Yamazaki, is the 39th entry in the Godzilla saga.
Industry estimates suggest Godzilla Minus Zero could earn around $25 million in its opening weekend. This figure significantly surpasses the $11.4 million opening of the previous film, Godzilla Minus One. The upcoming movie holds the distinction of being the first Japanese production specifically filmed for IMAX, a feature that is expected to contribute positively to its box office performance.
Godzilla Minus Zero premiered at the 2026 New York Film Festival to critical acclaim, boasting a 97% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The narrative unfolds two years after Godzilla devastated Japan, with the populace striving to rebuild amidst the war's aftermath. As stability begins to return, a new threat emerges, jeopardizing the nation's fragile recovery.
