Aquaman 2: The Potential for DC's 2023 Best
Despite its challenges at the box office, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom has the potential to be DC's best movie of 2023. This article explores the movie's performance, compares it to other DC releases, and discusses its future prospects.
Aquaman 2's Box Office Performance
Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, the second live-action solo movie of the aquatic hero, has faced challenges at the box office. Despite this, it still has the potential to be DC's best movie of the year. Starring Jason Momoa, Patrick Wilson, Amber Heard, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, the movie is the last from the original DC Universe.
Jason Momoa wearing Atlan's Royal Suit in Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom
The movie fell 56 percent from last week, a significant drop for a film that was already trending downwards. However, it is on track to soon gross $100 million and is about to surpass the entire domestic gain from The Flash, potentially making it DC's highest-grossing domestic movie of 2023.
Despite the disappointing box office performance, Aquaman 2's potential to outpace The Flash and become the best of 2023 is worth noting.
Comparison with Other DC Movies in 2023
2023 has been a challenging year for the DC Universe, with several box office disappointments. Shazam! Fury of the Gods, The Flash, and Blue Beetle all faced difficulties in meeting expectations at the box office.
Aquaman 2's performance is being compared to these releases, with the movie already surpassing the domestic gain from The Flash. This comparison sheds light on the potential for Aquaman 2 to stand out as the best-performing DC movie of 2023.
Despite the challenges faced by other DC movies, Aquaman 2's performance indicates a promising outcome for the movie in the context of the 2023 DC releases.
Future Prospects and Impact on the DC Universe
The future prospects of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, including its streaming release date, are yet to be scheduled. Meanwhile, The Flash is already available on Max and Prime Video, adding to the competition in the digital streaming space.
The disappointing box office results of Aquaman 2 in comparison to the original Aquaman's earnings highlight the challenging year for the DC Universe. However, the potential for the upcoming Superman: Legacy in 2025 brings hope for a change in fortune.
Despite the challenges, Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom's performance brings a quiet but hopeful end for the dying DC Universe, setting the stage for potential revitalization in the future.
