Box Office: ‘Rogue One’ Scores Massive $155 Million Debut as ‘Star Wars’ Fans Flock to Theaters
Most studios steered clear of “Rogue One,” but Warner Bros. and New Line offered up “Collateral Beauty” as counter-programming for audiences unmoved by tales of Jedi knights. The drama about a grieving ad executive (Will Smith) was savaged by critics, and only managed to eke out a paltry $7 million debut for a fourth place finish. That’s a rough start for the picture and continues Smith’s bumpy period at the box office. The actor scored with last summer’s “Suicide Squad,” but struck out with the likes of “Focus,” “After Earth,” and “Concussion.” This latest failure raises questions about his popular appeal.
http://variety.com/2016/film/news/rogue-one-star-wars-box-office-2-1201944938/
