‘Mission: Impossible 7’ Rockets to a $78M Box Office Opening, ‘Sound of Freedom’ Holds Strong at No. 2

In a high-octane box office weekend, ‘Mission: Impossible 7‘ raced into theaters with a thrilling debut, while ‘Sound of Freedom‘ held its ground at No. 2, marking an eventful time for moviegoers.

‘Mission: Impossible 7 – Dead Reckoning Part One‘ has proven its box office prowess, netting an impressive five-day opening of $78 million in North America, including a weekend proper total of $54.2 million. The action-packed film, featuring the iconic Tom Cruise, is the latest summer blockbuster, but it fell slightly short of earlier predictions, which foresaw an opening of $90 million or more domestically.

Although not the top-grossing opening of the franchise, ‘Dead Reckoning‘ secured the second-best domestic debut, trailing just behind ‘Mission: Impossible II’ with its $78.5 million five-day opening (not adjusted for inflation). The decision to release the film on Wednesday allowed it more time at the box office before upcoming releases ‘Barbie‘ and ‘Oppenheimer’ hit theaters on July 21.

The movie’s success is largely credited to its appeal to older audiences, with 22 percent of all ticket buyers falling into the 55 and older bracket. Audiences have shown their appreciation with an A CinemaScore, signaling strong word-of-mouth reviews.

Internationally, ‘Mission: Impossible 7‘ also performed exceptionally well, opening to a massive $150 million overseas.

Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, the film boasts a star-studded cast, including Hayley Atwell, Vanessa Kirby, Henry Czerny, Rebecca Ferguson, Ving Rhames, and Simon Pegg.

Tom Cruise’s star power has once again proved its potency, as he has remained a favorite among theater owners. The actor chose not to release 2022’s ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ on streaming platforms, and the decision paid off handsomely, with the movie becoming the top-grossing domestic feature of 2022, amassing $774.7 million domestically and a staggering $1.49 billion globally.

Despite facing multiple setbacks due to the ongoing challenges of COVID-19, the relentless spirit of the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise prevailed, captivating audiences worldwide.

In the meantime, ‘Sound of Freedom,’ Angel Studios’ faith-based political thriller, continues to hold its ground as a formidable contender at the box office. The movie secured the second spot for the weekend, raking in $25 million, bringing its early domestic total to an impressive $83 million-plus.

Slipping to No. 3 in its second week, ‘Insidious: The Red Door’ grossed an estimated $13 million, resulting in a 10-day domestic tally exceeding $83 million.

The top five box office chart was rounded out by Disney and Lucasfilm’s ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,’ and Pixar’s ‘Elemental,’ adding to the excitement of a diverse and action-packed cinematic weekend.

As theaters continue to welcome back movie enthusiasts, the box office remains alive with blockbuster successes and compelling stories that keep audiences on the edge of their seats.