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The first long-range box office estimates for Aquaman & the Lost Kingdom are grim. Forecasts suggest a domestic opening weekend between $32 million and $42 million — a figure that, while notably better than Blue Beetle or Shazam! Fury of the Gods, is significantly lower than The Flash’s $55 million debut. To put it into perspective, this range would make it the lowest opening weekend for a DC film since Shazam! Fury of the Gods.
This weaker performance could translate into a domestic total of $105 million to $168 million, which is less than what was expected from the sequel to a billion-dollar hit. Despite initial hopes that holiday timing might buoy attendance, early numbers indicate that Aquaman 2 may struggle to capitalize on the Christmas release window.