Indiana Jones 5 Box Office Projections Cause Concerns Among Fans
Indiana Jones 5 faces a tough challenge at the box office as it releases on June 30, 2023 With the disappointment of Crystal Skull still fresh in fans' minds, it remains to be seen how the film will fare compared to recent action movie releases
The highly-anticipated release of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is just around the corner, but early projections suggest that it may not perform as well as its predecessor, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Despite being widely considered the weakest entry in the long-standing franchise, Crystal Skull managed to rake in an impressive $100 million in its first three days of release back in 2008. However, as box office tracking data indicates, the new movie is expected to bring in only $60-$70 million domestically during its opening weekend. Nevertheless, fans are eager to see Harrison Ford don Indy's iconic fedora once again, alongside Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Mads Mikkelsen, with James Mangold taking the helm as the new director.
How Indy 5's Box Office Numbers Might Compare To Other Recent Action Movies
When it comes to box office expectations, Indiana Jones 5 cannot be compared to a typical superhero film that may be considered a flop with a $60-$70 million opening. Instead, the film should be compared to adult-oriented action movies such as Mission: Impossible - Fallout or No Time to Die. In comparison to these franchises, Dial of Destiny's projected opening is quite similar, with Fallout opening at $61 million in 2018 and No Time to Die at $56 million in 2021 during the COVID pandemic. However, it is important to note that Indiana Jones 5 has a significantly larger budget reported at $300 million, surpassing the budgets of both Fallout and No Time to Die.
After four decades of bringing Indiana Jones to life on the big screen, Harrison Ford is ready to retire his fedora and whip. Whether the upcoming Indiana Jones 5 is a hit or a flop, it will mark the end of an era for the beloved character. Fans who were disappointed with the previous installment, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, are hoping that the upcoming film, titled Dial of Destiny, will redeem the franchise and end on a positive note creatively, regardless of its financial success.
