Warner Bros. Discovery had a very Merry Christmas indeed with the release of their latest film, “The Color Purple.” The movie made a splash at the box office, raking in an impressive $18.15 million on its Christmas Day opening. This achievement marks the highest Christmas Day opening since 2009 and the second-largest Christmas Day opening of all time. While it fell just short of the 2009 holiday opening of “Sherlock Holmes” at $24.6 million, “The Color Purple” surpassed 2012’s “Les Misérables,” which earned $18.1 million on its Christmas debut. According to data from Comscore, the film’s success is a testament to its appeal and popularity among moviegoers.
“The Color Purple” now joins the ranks of the top Christmas day openers at the domestic box office. Here are the films that have achieved remarkable success on this special holiday:
– “Sherlock Holmes” (2009) – $24.6 million
– “The Color Purple” (2023) – $18.15 million
– “Les Misérables” (2012) – $18.1 million
– “Daddy’s Home” (2015) – $15.7 million
– “Unbroken” (2014) – $15.4 million
– “Into the Woods” (2014) – $15.08 million
– “Django Unchained” (2012) – $15.01 million
– “Marley and Me” (2008) – $14.3 million
With the success of “The Color Purple,” combined with the ticket sales from their other releases, Warner Bros. Discovery secured the top three spots at the box office over the holiday season. The studio’s collection of December releases catered to a wide range of genres and demographics, ensuring that there was something for every moviegoer. This diverse slate of entertainment demonstrates Warner Bros. Discovery’s ability to capture the attention and interest of various audiences.
Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst at Comscore, commended Warner Bros. Discovery for their well-executed release strategy. He described the lineup of December releases as a “perfectly orchestrated staggered release” over the all-important holiday period. The results speak for themselves, demonstrating the studio’s impressive planning and execution.
Based on the Broadway musical adaptation of the acclaimed book, “The Color Purple” has a lot going for it. With producers like Oprah Winfrey and Steven Spielberg, the movie brings together an incredible team of talent. Its story and themes resonate with older audiences, who have been more cautious about returning to theaters due to the lingering effects of the pandemic. Despite these challenges, “The Color Purple” has managed to effectively captivate and engage its target audience.
Warner Bros. Discovery had much to celebrate this Christmas with the tremendous success of “The Color Purple” at the box office. Achieving a record-breaking Christmas Day opening and securing the top three spots, the studio’s diverse lineup of releases demonstrated their ability to cater to different tastes and preferences. With careful planning and execution, Warner Bros. Discovery continues to make its mark in the film industry, delivering entertaining and memorable experiences for moviegoers.