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Pre-sale ticket sales have reached about $20 million, positioning the film ahead of Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 but behind Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania. These figures provide some indication of initial interest but remain vulnerable to the impact of word of mouth and critical reception.
The Impact of Word of Mouth
While early reactions have been generally positive—holding an 85% Rotten Tomatoes certification—the true test will be audience reactions post-release. Given the polarizing nature of superhero movies and Gunn’s ambitious makeover, the film could see either a positive word of mouth boosting returns or a decline if viewers are disappointed.