Despite earning high praise from critics and audiences, glowing reviews don’t always guarantee box office success, and the biographical musical “Better Man” is a recent example. Boasting an impressive 88% score on Rotten Tomatoes (with an even higher 94% from audiences), one might expect the movie to make a significant impact at the box office. However, after its expanded U.S. theatrical release on January 10, 2025, “Better Man” has already been labeled a box office bomb.
According to Variety, the movie earned just $580,000 on its opening day when it expanded to 1,291 U.S. venues. So far it has earned over $10 million worldwide (a stark contrast to its reported $110 million production budget). Its lukewarm U.S. performance may stem from the limited recognition of British pop icon Robbie Williams among American audiences.
“Better Man” delves into
...
Keep reading this article on Tom's Guide.
