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'Disclosure Day' box office is a record for Steven Spielberg
USA Today • • general
Key Points:
- Steven Spielberg's new film "Disclosure Day," an original alien-themed sci-fi movie, debuted at No. 1 at the domestic box office with $44 million, marking his biggest opening weekend for an original movie ever.
- Unlike Spielberg's previous large openings, which were sequels or adaptations, "Disclosure Day" is a completely new concept created by the director, starring Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, and Colin Firth.
- The film marks Spielberg's return to summer blockbusters and the alien genre, following less commercially successful adult dramas like "The Fabelmans" and "West Side Story."
- The success of "Disclosure Day" continues a trend of original movies performing well this summer, alongside hits like the horror film "Obsession" and "Backrooms."
- Spielberg promoted the film heavily, emphasizing its basis in contemporary UFO phenomena, and has hinted at a future project in the Western genre, though no new film has been officially announced yet.
