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Produced during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dead Reckoning Part One had a hefty production budget estimated at over $290 million. With such a significant investment, the film needed to perform well at the box office to justify its costs and ensure profitability. The target was clear: aiming for at least $900 million globally to break even, considering the high production costs and distribution expenses. The film's theatrical release was widely anticipated to be a major box office event, with projections indicating a strong opening, especially domestically.