Godzilla Minus Zero Opening Weekend Box Office Breaks A Foreign-Language Film Records

Godzilla Minus Zero made history with its opening weekend, earning more at the domestic box office than any live-action foreign-language film ever has. The film's success was amplified by a significant number of viewers choosing premium screens, such as IMAX, over traditional formats. According to Deadline, the movie is projected to have brought in $32 million.

While American-made Godzilla films have typically topped the box office on their first weekend, this accomplishment stands out for a foreign-language film. This opening marks a record for live-action movies, emphasizing the appeal of productions that attract audiences to the largest available screens. Around 74% of Godzilla Minus Zero's total earnings came from IMAX or other premium large format screens, compared to just 54% for The Odyssey.

As 2026 demonstrates a growing audience for visually extravagant blockbusters, Godzilla Minus Zero has proven that such films can thrive beyond the usual superhero genre. Other films, like The Cat in the Hat and You Can See Everything, disappointed with modest openings, suggesting that the market's attention is currently focused on major releases like The Hunger Games, Avengers, and Dune.