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Mescal's Hamnet Becomes Top 4 Hit
14 Dec
Summary
- Paul Mescal's film 'Hamnet' is now his fourth highest-grossing.
- 'Gladiator II' grossed over $462 million worldwide.
- His early films were critically acclaimed but had modest box office success.
Paul Mescal's film career is experiencing a significant upswing, marked by the impressive box office performance of his recent film, 'Hamnet.' Released just last month, the historical drama has quickly ascended to become the fourth highest-grossing film of his career. Initially launched in a limited 119 theaters, 'Hamnet' has seen its release expanded to 749 screens across North America due to strong audience demand and critical acclaim, with projections indicating it will earn $1.5 million over its third weekend.
This success follows Mescal's notable role in 'Gladiator II,' a sequel to the 2000 blockbuster, which amassed over $462 million worldwide. While his earlier works like 'Aftersun' and 'God's Creatures' garnered critical praise and established him as a talent drawn to intimate storytelling, they achieved more modest box office results. These films solidified his reputation for selecting character-focused narratives over large-scale productions.
Other significant films in Mescal's burgeoning career include a 2023 romantic fantasy that became his second-highest-grossing film and 'The History of Sound,' a period romance set in 1917 Boston. 'Hamnet,' directed by Chloe Zhao and based on Maggie O'Farrell's novel, delves into the emotional impact of Shakespeare's son's death on his family, further cementing Mescal's versatile acting prowess.
