'Project Hail Mary' Scores the Biggest Box Office Debut of 2026 With $80.6 Million USD
By Joyce Li
Published on March 23, 2026.
Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, scored the highest-grossing opening weekend of 2026 and the biggest theatrical debut in Amazon MGM Studios history with $80.6 million at the domestic box office. The film, which also grossed $141 million globally, surpassed its previous record in the same period. The success of Project Hail Mary has been attributed to strong word of mouth and an A CinemaScore from opening-night audiences. It is being hailed as a significant victory for the industry, demonstrating the potential for a smart, four-quadrant, non-sequel blockbusters.
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