Sweeney's 'Christy' Crashes: Record-Breaking Box Office Drop

Sydney Sweeney's latest film, 'Christy,' has experienced a dramatic box office downturn, marking the largest second-weekend drop in recent history at 91.7%. After opening to $1.3 million, the biopic's earnings plummeted to approximately $108K in its sophomore weekend, with its theater presence shrinking significantly from 2,184 to 817 screens. This steep decline places 'Christy' in a series of underperforming releases for the actress.

The underperformance occurred despite 'Christy' receiving mixed-to-positive reviews and a 67% Rotten Tomatoes score. The film's production budget was around $15 million, with a break-even point estimated between $30 million and $37.5 million. Industry analysts note that while this result is disappointing, it was not entirely unexpected given the modest scale of 'Christy' and 'Americana,' Sweeney's previous release.

Despite 'Christy's' box office struggles, Sydney Sweeney's career outlook remains dynamic. Her next major project, 'The Housemaid,' directed by Paul Feig and slated for release on December 19, is anticipated to open above $15 million. This upcoming film holds the potential to shift the narrative on her box office draw, especially if it performs well during the holiday season and garners awards season attention.