The Fall Guycontinues to hold its ground at the global box office, grossing an estimated $3.4 million from 81 markets this past weekend. The film has reached $77.6 million domestically, with a minimal drop of just 17% compared to last weekend, giving the movie a total cume of $157.9 million worldwide. The movie appears to be refusing to tap outdespite its recent — and premature, some may argue — digital bow,indicating that perhaps studios are too hasty about getting movies on the small screen at the expense of the big screen.
StarringRyan GoslingandEmily Blunt,The Fall Guybenefited from the star power of its leads, both of whom recently appeared in major global blockbusters. Gosling’sBarbiegrossed over $1.4 billion worldwide, while Blunt’sOppenheimernearly reached a billion.The Fall Guyalso enjoyed an expansive publicity tour that kicked off at the South by Southwest Film Festival. Directed byDavid Leitch, known for his work onJohn Wick,Hobbs & Shaw, andDeadpool 2, The Fall Guyis a tribute to stunt performers, reflecting Leitch’s roots in the industry. The film also starsHannah Waddingham, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Winston Duke,andStephanie Hsu, among others.
The Fall Guyfollows Colt Seavers (Gosling), a seasoned stuntman who is pulled back into the action after a near-career-ending accident. He’s recruited to work on a high-budget movie directed by his ex, Jody Moreno (Blunt). The plot thickens when the movie’s star, Tom Ryder (Taylor-Johnson), goes missing. Colt must navigate a series of dangerous stunts and real-life threats to uncover the truth and save the film.
How Is ‘The Fall Guy’ Performing Overseas?
In Germany,The Fall Guygrossed $0.8 million, a significant increase of over 50% from the previous week, bringing its total to $6.5 million. The UK & Ireland also saw robust performance during school holidays, adding $0.7 million for a cumulative $13.8 million. In Australia, the movie added $0.4 million, surpassing the total lifetime gross ofBullet TrainandKong: Skull Island, with a total of $8.7 million. France and the Netherlands reported strong holds, reaching $5.1 million and $2.6 million, respectively.
Despite its digital release,The Fall Guyhas received positive feedback, holding an 81% approval rating onRotten Tomatoeswith an 86% audience score. It also earned an A- CinemaScore, with Collider’sPerri Nemiroffdescribing itas a movie lover’s “dream come true.”
The Fall Guyis now available to watch at home and in theaters. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
The Fall Guy
Colt Seavers is a stuntman who left the business a year earlier to focus on both his physical and mental health. He’s drafted back into service when the star of a mega-budget studio movie, which is being directed by his ex, goes missing.
Get Tickets
