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Importantly, Superman has maintained a drop-off rate of roughly 54%, significantly better than recent superhero entrants, which typically see 65-70% declines. This lower drop-off rate suggests loyal audience engagement and positive word-of-mouth, uncommon in superhero releases of late, especially those that follow the turbulent post-Endgame Marvel landscape.
Comparing Past and Present: Man of Steel Versus Superman
Historically, Man of Steel performed strongly at the box office, grossing around $660-670 million, which you'd adjust for current inflation to nearly $1 billion today. However, the second-week drops and overall trajectory didn't sustain that initial momentum, possibly due to franchise fatigue and mixed reviews.