Captain America: Brave New World Hits $300M Despite 68% Drop

Captain America: Brave New World is nearing the $300 million mark at the global box office, but it faces challenges with a significant 68% drop in domestic revenue during its second weekend. With a production budget of $180 million and a break-even target of around $425 million, the film's financial success is in jeopardy. After grossing $100 million domestically over the Presidents Day weekend, the film's second weekend saw it earn only $28.2 million, reflecting waning audience enthusiasm compared to typical Marvel releases. Despite being the largest release of 2025 thus far, the film’s poor reviews, including a score of 5/10 from IGN, may have contributed to its rapid box office decline. Analysts suggest that while the film will likely surpass $450 million globally, this downturn in ticket sales could indicate a new normal for Marvel movies.

It is uncertain if Captain America: Brave New World will break even, as it needs to gross approximately $425 million worldwide to do so. Given its steep drop in domestic box office earnings, reaching this target may be challenging.

Captain America: Brave New World, starring Anthony Mackie, introduces a new chapter in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, continuing the legacy of the Captain America character after Chris Evans' portrayal. The film aims to blend action and character development in a post-blip world but has struggled to capture the same excitement as earlier MCU entries. Its weak performance comes amid a shifting landscape for superhero films, where audience interest may be waning following a series of mixed reviews for Marvel's recent offerings, including Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.