The latest numbers for Avengers: Infinity War are here and the Marvel Studios movie has now passed $1.226 billion worldwide, topping Iron Man 3's $1.215 billion haul and making it the 14th biggest release in history. Currently, analysts believe it will pass $1.6 billion by Sunday and that puts it one step closer to becoming the first summer blockbuster to reach $2 billion. The question is, can it reach that?
It's hard to say right now but it hinges on its ability to generate 65% of its global gross overseas in the weeks ahead, something which is doable when you consider the fact Deadpool 2 and Solo: A Star Wars Story will more than likely earn most of what makes up their respective worldwide box office hauls in North America. China will also play a role in Avengers: Infinity War's chances of reaching $1 billion.
Either way, the Russo Brothers helmed release is a hit and it's been reported that it will generate a huge $600 million profit for the studio. "The superhero genre — that’s a lazy term," Joe says of what makes these movies special. "I think as Marvel continues to move forward, their stories will transcend genre and continue to move in different directions. Even though the IP source is comics, tone and genre will move them away from that." How much do you think Infinity War will gross?
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