Alien: Romulus Captures $18 Million Opening Day

Alien: Romulus Captures $18 Million Opening Day

As a lifelong fan of the Alien franchise, I can confidently say that the release of Alien: Romulus has been nothing short of exhilarating. Having grown up watching the original films, it’s fascinating to see how director Fede Alvarez has managed to maintain the essence of the series while injecting fresh ideas.


In a thrilling start, director Fede Alvarez’s version of the famous horror series, “Alien: Romulus,” has managed to pull in an impressive $18 million on its opening day. This number includes earlier screenings and exceeded expectations set by Disney and 20th Century. Predictions suggest that the film might earn approximately $40 million during its debut weekend. The current CinemaScore for “Alien: Romulus” stands at a B+, making it the highest audience rating since the second installment, “Aliens.”

Another data point that bears discussion is the fact that Alien: Romulus actually cost less than some of the more recent entries in the franchise. The reported budget for this film is around $80 million before marketing. Another good sign for the Alien sequel is the initial reactions coming out of the theater seem to be positive on social media. Hysterically, This week is shaping up to be quite a mature trip to the movies as Alien: Romulus is flanked by Deadpool & Wolverine in the number two spot. For those uninterested in blood and guts, It Ends With Us, a Blake Lively drama rounds out the top 3.

Alien: Romulus Heads To The Big Screen

Alien: Romulus Captures $18 Million Opening Day

As a die-hard fan, I can’t contain my excitement about this weekend’s latest addition to the box office – none other than “Alien: Romulus”. For those of us who have been following this chilling horror franchise for years, it’s packed with tantalizing tidbits that have us on the edge of our seats. But for first-timers, they might find themselves a tad bewildered by certain references and plot points that directly link back to earlier installments. Kofi Outlaw from ComicBook sheds light on how this devotion to the classics could potentially stir up controversy among some viewers.

It is clear that Romulus adores the Alien franchise deeply, yet interestingly enough, the way he incorporates his fandom into the film might be what hinders its success, according to Outlaw’s perspective. Romulus has a devoted affection for Ridley Scott’s original Alien, appreciating its design, atmosphere, and aesthetics. However, he also holds a fondness for James Cameron’s action-packed sequel, admiring the science fiction gadgetry and world-building it provided.

He goes on to say, “However, Alvarez (alongside his co-worker Rodo Sysagues) don’t just stop there; they also have to recognize the broadened mythology that Ridley Scott introduced through his prequels – Prometheus and Alien: Covenant. Even the more deviant offspring of the franchise are given recognition – like Alien 3, with its bleak portrayal of colony existence, and Alien: Resurrection, which receives a significant nod in a crucial third act that will likely cause fans to have strongly contrasting opinions.”

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2024-08-17 19:09