Despite initial concerns, Black Adam film dominates box office
One of the world’s foremost wielders of magic, Black Adam has been both hero and villain over a life that’s spanned thousands of years. The anti-hero made his first appearance in 1945’s Marvel Family #1 and now enjoys a resurgence in popularity with Dwayne Johnson in the starring role as Black Adam in DC’s full-length motion picture.
Black Adam Official Trailer #1
There were initial concerns from some critics that the film, which cost $195 million to produce, would not be able to sustain itself financially once it hit the big screen. Those concerns have now evaporated with the latest super-hero flick garnering $140 million in its global box office debut.
That is the largest domestic opening ever for Johnson in a leading role.
It’s also a much needed win for theaters, which have been in a dry spell lately due to a lack of blockbusters. The debut of “Black Adam” is the largest opening at the box office since July’s “Thor: Love & Thunder.” ~ CNN
From New Line Cinema, Dwayne Johnson stars in the action adventure Black Adam. The first-ever feature film to explore the story of the DC Super Hero comes to the big screen under the direction of Jaume Collet-Serra (Jungle Cruise). The film, distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, debuted internationally on October 19 and hit North American theaters on October 21.
Black Adam Official Trailer #2
In addition to seeing the Black Adam character on the big screen for the first time, the film also boasts co-stars comprised of the Justice Society of America (JSA), the Golden Age Era super hero group that was the precursor for today’s more recent super hero group, The Justice League.
Synposis:
In ancient Kahndaq, Teth Adam was bestowed the almighty powers of the gods. After using these powers for vengeance, he was imprisoned, becoming Black Adam. Nearly 5,000 years have passed and Black Adam has gone from man, to myth, to legend. Now released, his unique form of justice, born out of rage, is challenged by modern day heroes who form the Justice Society: Hawkman, Dr. Fate, Atom Smasher and Cyclone.
Johnson stars alongside Aldis Hodge as Hawkman, Noah Centineo as Atom Smasher, Sarah Shahi as Adrianna, Marwan Kenzari, Quintessa Swindell as Cyclone, Mo Amer Bodhi Sabongui, and Pierce Brosnan as Dr. Fate.
What else is special about the Black Adam film?
Spoiler Alert: Does Henry Cavill appear as Superman?
Yes, Henry Cavill’s Superman returns in Black Adam in a post-credits scene. The scene in question sees Suicide Squad’s Amanda Waller threaten Black Adam if he decides to leave Kahndaq. ~ Dextero
There’s already talk about a Black Adam sequel.
For more on the Black Adam box office success – see the video accompanying this article.
(Source: DC Comics)
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Hawkman and Dr. Fate, Image credits: Twitter
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