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'I Can Only Imagine 2' Surpasses First Film's Previews
20 Feb
Summary
- Faith-based sequel 'I Can Only Imagine 2' earned $1.8M in previews.
- Preview earnings exceed the first film's $1.3M previews.
- The film is forecasted to open between $8M-$10M.
I Can Only Imagine 2, a faith-based movie, has achieved a robust start with $1.8M in preview earnings. This figure includes $1.3M from early access screenings held on February 14 and $475K from the night prior to the article's publication date. These preview numbers exceed the $1.3M previews of the original 2018 film.
The first I Can Only Imagine film, which was not highly forecasted, ultimately grossed $17.1M domestically and achieved a significant 4.9x multiple. The sequel, starring Milo Ventimiglia, is currently projected for an opening weekend between $8M and $10M across 3,105 theaters. However, it would not be surprising if the film performs even better.
Following the busy Presidents Day weekend, I Can Only Imagine 2 stands as the sole major studio release poised for substantial business. Other films releasing include A24's How to Make a Killing, financed by StudioCanal and starring Glen Powell in 1,600 theaters, and Disney's New Regency's Psycho Killer in 1,100 theaters. Both of these are anticipated to earn low single-digit figures.
