Early numbers are coming in and “Deadpool & Wolverine” is eyeing $40M in Thursday previews, which would be an unprecedented and record-breaking feat for an R-rated movie. If the projected total stands, it would be the third highest Thursday in box-office history, The movie is looking at a 3-day weekend opening of over $200M.
The ‘Smile’ franchise has a new director. David Bruckner, who made “The Night House” and the 2022 “Hellraiser” reboot, has been hired to direct “Smile 3” for Paramount.