Captain America: Brave New World is nearing $300 million globally, but a significant 68% drop in its second weekend domestic revenue raises concerns about its profitability. Deadline reports a $180 million production budget and a break-even point around $425 million. While the film exceeded expectations with a $100 million domestic opening weekend (Presidents Day), its second weekend gross of $28.2 million mirrors the steep decline seen in 2023's Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, which ultimately failed to recoup its costs.
After two weekends, Captain America: Brave New World has grossed an estimated $289.4 million globally ($141.2 million domestic, $148.2 million international), adding $63.5 million worldwide in its second weekend (Comscore). Despite being the biggest 2025 theatrical release so far, the substantial drop was unexpected, especially considering the lack of competing blockbusters. Comscore analyst Paul Dergarabedian noted to Variety that this significant decline reflects less audience enthusiasm than typically seen with Marvel films, suggesting a "new normal" for the franchise. Deadline projects a final global gross around $450 million.
The film's release coincided with largely negative critical reception. IGN's review awarded a 5/10, criticizing the film's lack of originality despite strong performances from Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford, and Carl Lumbly.
Marvel Studios and Disney are hoping for a turnaround to reverse the recent trend of underperforming MCU films (excluding last year's successful Deadpool & Wolverine), and to build momentum for upcoming releases: Thunderbolts in May and The Fantastic Four: First Steps in July.
