The Jungle Cruise, the latest Disney movie directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, was released on July 30th, 2021. Starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt, the film is based on the popular Disneyland theme park ride of the same name.
With its unique blend of adventure, humor, and nostalgia, it was highly anticipated by both fans of the ride and moviegoers alike. But did it do well at the box office? Let’s take a closer look.
Box Office Performance
The Jungle Cruise opened to a solid $35 million in its opening weekend in North America. This was despite being available on Disney+ Premier Access for an additional fee.
In fact, it was reported that the film had generated over $30 million in revenue from Disney+ alone during its opening weekend. This is a significant achievement considering that not all audiences were willing to return to theaters due to ongoing pandemic concerns.
International Box Office
Internationally, The Jungle Cruise performed even better. It earned an additional $27.6 million from 47 territories in its opening weekend. The film topped the box office charts in several key markets including Russia, Mexico, and Brazil.
Critical Reception
The Jungle Cruise received mixed reviews from critics but generally positive feedback from audiences. On Rotten Tomatoes, it has a 63% approval rating from critics and an 88% audience score.
Positive Reviews
Many critics praised the chemistry between Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt as well as the film’s action sequences and humor. Richard Roeper of the Chicago Sun-Times called it “a fun summer popcorn movie with two of our most charismatic stars.” Meanwhile, Peter Debruge of Variety said “it’s all just good fun.”
Negative Reviews
However, some critics were less impressed with the film. Brian Lowry of CNN wrote that it “ultimately feels like a ride that wasn’t worth the price of admission.” And Mick LaSalle of the San Francisco Chronicle said “the story is a bit too much, and the action scenes are so elaborate as to feel overwhelming.”
Conclusion
Overall, The Jungle Cruise has performed well at the box office, despite being released during a difficult time for theaters. It has also received generally positive feedback from audiences, who have enjoyed its blend of adventure and humor. While it may not have been universally loved by critics, it seems to be a hit with fans of the ride and those looking for a fun summer movie.