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00:02Project Hail Mary has generated more than $300 million globally two weeks after release,
00:09marking the best performance for an Amazon MGM film.
00:12The movie delivered the studio's first $100 million-plus domestic box office earner
00:17and showed strong hold with a 32% drop domestically and 5% internationally in its second weekend.
00:23A typical Hollywood blockbuster sees ticket sales drop 50% to 70% from its opening weekend
00:29to its second weekend.
00:31Amazon previously committed to spending $1 billion annually on theatrical releases
00:36and plans 14 titles for 2026.
00:39Fewer industry-wide releases and studio consolidation have reduced output,
00:43while Amazon's slate aims to fill the gap and support theatrical growth.
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