Captain America: Brave New World is nearing $300 million globally, but a significant 68% drop in its second weekend domestic revenue raises concerns about its profitability. Deadline reports a $180 million production budget and a break-even point of approximately $425 million. While the film exceeded expectations with a $100 million domestic opening weekend (Presidents Day), the $28.2 million second weekend gross mirrors the steep decline seen in 2023's Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, which ultimately failed to recoup its costs.
After two weekends, Captain America: Brave New World has grossed an estimated $289.4 million worldwide ($141.2 million domestic and $148.2 million international), adding $63.5 million in its second weekend (Comscore). Despite being the biggest 2025 theatrical release so far, the substantial drop was unexpected, given the lack of competing blockbusters. Comscore senior analyst Paul Dergarabedian noted to Variety that this significant drop reflects a decline in audience enthusiasm compared to previous Marvel releases, suggesting a “new normal” for the franchise. Deadline projects a final global box office gross of around $450 million.
The film's launch coincided with generally poor reviews. IGN's review gave it a 5/10, criticizing its lack of originality and impact despite strong performances from Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford, and Carl Lumbly.
Marvel Studios and Disney will need Captain America: Brave New World to demonstrate significant staying power to overcome this negative trend affecting recent MCU films (excluding last year's successful Deadpool & Wolverine). The studio will be looking for momentum heading into Thunderbolts in May and The Fantastic Four: First Steps in July.
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