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Project Hail Mary Shatters March Box Office Records
25 Mar
Summary
- Project Hail Mary recorded the 10th biggest Monday for March releases.
- The film is set to surpass Blade Runner 2049 at the North American box office.
- It is projected to become the year's first blockbuster among tentpole releases.
As of March 25, 2026, "Project Hail Mary" has achieved a remarkable feat, securing the 10th highest Monday gross for any March release, raking in $7 million on its initial Monday. This performance significantly outpaces the previous Andy Weir adaptation, "The Martian," which garnered $4.4 million on its comparable Monday. The film has amassed $87.5 million in North America after just four days.
The science fiction film, released in 2026, is currently the top trending release globally and is expected to cross the $200 million worldwide milestone soon. It faces considerable competition in international markets from the Indian film "Dhurandhar 2," though its success excludes China and North America. Projections indicate "Project Hail Mary" will emerge as the first major blockbuster of the year among tentpole releases.
