Key Highlights
- The new “Now You See Me” movie has outperformed Tom Hardy’s “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy.”
- “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t” has grossed $61.7 million globally, surpassing several notable films.
- Woody Harrelson stars alongside Jesse Eisenberg and Dave Franco in the latest installment of the franchise.
New ‘Now You See Me’ Movie Surpasses Tom Hardy’s Spy Thriller at Box Office
The latest entry in the “Now You See Me” franchise, titled “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t,” has made a strong debut at the box office. As of the time of writing, this film has already surpassed one of its biggest competitors, the 2011 spy thriller starring Tom Hardy and Gary Oldman. In just its opening weekend, “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t” has grossed an impressive $61.7 million globally.
This includes a domestic haul of $25 million in the U.S., which is enough to push it past “Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy,” another film starring Hardy that grossed only $24.1 million domestically.
According to industry analysts, this success isn’t just a fluke; it’s part of a broader trend where audiences are showing renewed interest in the franchise. The movie features a stellar cast including Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Dave Franco, Isla Fisher, and Ariana Greenblatt.
Director Ruben Fleischer has helmed this latest installment with a script co-written by Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, Michael Leslie, Seth Grahame-Smith, and Eric Warren Singer. The film is set to compete against other upcoming releases such as “Monkey Man,” the 2024 action thriller starring Dev Patel, and Alex Garland’s iconic sci-fi movie, “Ex Machina.” Both films are less than $500,000 ahead of “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t.”
Behind the Scenes
The new cast includes a mix of familiar faces from previous entries in the franchise and some newcomers. Woody Harrelson takes over as the main lead, while Jesse Eisenberg and Dave Franco return to their roles. These actors are joined by Isla Fisher and Ariana Greenblatt, who bring fresh energy to the ensemble.
Woody Harrelson’s performance is set against a backdrop of mystery and suspense, reminiscent of his previous work in “Now You See Me” (2016) and its sequel. The film promises a blend of thrilling sequences and clever narrative twists that fans have come to expect from the franchise.
No Streaming Plans
Despite its strong box office performance, “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t” is not currently available on streaming services. Lionsgate has no immediate plans to release it on video-on-demand (VOD) platforms, as they believe the film still has legs in theaters.
Meanwhile, the first two films in the franchise are streaming on Starz and Peacock, giving audiences a chance to revisit the magic if they haven’t seen them yet. However, “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t” is currently playing exclusively in movie theaters, with no plans for an early VOD release.
For fans of the genre, this latest entry in the franchise offers a thrilling ride that competes not only with its predecessors but also with other upcoming releases. As the box office numbers continue to climb, it’s clear that audiences are eager to see what director Ruben Fleischer and his team have cooked up for them.
Stay tuned to Collider for more updates on “Now You See Me: Now You Don’t” and the latest in box office news.
