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I Can Only Imagine 2 Preview Strong, Beats Original
21 Feb
Summary
- Film's preview earnings reached $1.8 million, surpassing original.
- Sequel produced on $18 million budget, original cost $7 million.
- Opening weekend projected between $7 million and $10 million.
Lionsgate's new Christian biographical drama, I Can Only Imagine 2, has commenced its theatrical journey with a promising preview total of $1.8 million. This early figure surpasses the preview earnings of its 2018 predecessor, which garnered $1.3 million before becoming a genre hit.
The sequel, directed by Andrew Erwin and Brent McCorkle, was produced with a budget of $18 million. In contrast, the original film was made for a modest $7 million, ultimately grossing an impressive $86 million worldwide. Projections for the sequel's opening weekend anticipate a range of $7 million to $10 million.
The film delves into the personal life of Bart Millard, the lead singer of MercyMe, depicting his struggles with faith and inner demons during a period of significant success. Early box-office forecasts suggest a competitive debut weekend in North America.
