'Deadpool and Wolverine' could be dethroned from the #1 spot by 'It Ends with Us'

It’s already widely known that Marvel is the top entertainment studio in the world. With each release, whether critically acclaimed or not, they continue solidifying their superhero empire. This dominance was further cemented with the release of “Deadpool & Wolverine,” which propelled the MCU to become the highest-grossing franchise of all time.

And this is just the beginning, since Marvel has found a way to bring Robert Downey Jr. back to the universe, not as Iron Man, but as the villain Doctor Doom in the next two “Avengers” installments. With the introduction of the Time Variance Authority from the comics, it seems nothing is impossible.

However, just when it seemed like “Deadpool & Wolverine” would dominate the box office for the rest of the year, ticket presales suggest there may be a romantic film ready to outshine the antiheroes played by Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman.

‘Deadpool and Wolverine’ may lose the #1 spot to ‘It Ends with Us’

Believe it or not, the movie poised to surpass “Deadpool & Wolverine” next weekend, according to Film Updates, is none other than “It Ends with Us,” the upcoming romantic drama starring Ryan Reynolds’ wife, Blake Lively.

We know what you’re thinking—how could any film ever beat a Marvel one? Keep in mind, we’re talking about opening weekend, not the long-term box office performance. It’s almost certain that the latest MCU installment will be the highest-grossing title of 2024.

However, it might still surprise you that a romance flick could outshine two of the most beloved antiheroes in cinematic history. But the truth is, this project has been highly anticipated for two main reasons.

First, it’s not just any Colleen Hoover novel; it’s THE Colleen Hoover novel. “It Ends with Us” has been lauded for its emotional depth and exploration of complex themes like love, abuse, and resilience, resonating deeply with readers worldwide since its release nearly a decade ago.

Second, and equally significant, is Blake Lively’s return to the big screen. While she recently lent her voice to Octopuss in the recent family picture “IF,” we haven’t seen her on screen since the 2020 mystery drama “The Rhythm Section.” Her return to the romance genre is eagerly anticipated, especially by those who first fell in love with her in “Gossip Girl.” So, we’ll have to wait and see how the Reynolds marriage fares at the box office starting August 9!