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Faith Sequel I Can Only Imagine 2 Earns $8M, Tops Audience Scores
23 Feb
Summary
- I Can Only Imagine 2 debuted with $8 million domestically, ranking third.
- The film scored a high 98% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
- It requires $45 million to reach break-even after an $18 million budget.
The faith-based sequel "I Can Only Imagine 2" has opened in North America, generating $8 million in its debut weekend and securing the third position at the box office. Directed by Andrew Erwin and Brent McCorkle, the film was released in 3,105 theaters.
Audience reception for "I Can Only Imagine 2" has been overwhelmingly positive, evidenced by a 98% score on Rotten Tomatoes from over 250 verified ratings. This contrasts with a 62% critics' score based on 21 reviews.
Financially, the film's opening weekend performance of $8 million places it behind "Wuthering Heights" and "GOAT." The sequel boasts a $18 million production budget and needs to earn around $45 million to reach its break-even point.
The original "I Can Only Imagine" performed significantly stronger in its 2018 debut, earning $17.2 million from fewer theaters and eventually grossing $86 million worldwide.
The film's plot centers on MercyMe lead singer Bart Millard navigating a personal crisis that tests his faith and inner strength during his career's peak.
