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Prior to its release, projections for Bad Boys: Ride or Die hovered around $35-40 million in its opening weekend. Given the recent struggles of the summer movie season and the general malaise affecting big releases, these estimates seemed cautious but realistic. The box office landscape has been dominated by disappointment, leading many to believe the franchise might continue its downward trend.
Contrary to these initial fears, Bad Boys 4 experienced a massive overperformance, opening with approximately $56 million domestically. This figure is particularly notable because it surpasses expectations for a “normal” action movie—designed as a straightforward shoot-'em-up, fun summer blockbuster reminiscent of the franchise’s roots.