'Mickey 17' Ends Theatrical Run After Massive Losses — Heads to Streaming

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Bong Joon-ho's Mickey 17 is wrapping up its theatrical run just one month after its premiere — after falling short of breaking even. The film is now shifting to global streaming platforms.

🎬 Underwhelming Box Office Numbers Worldwide

Released on March 7 in North America, Mickey 17 opened in 3,807 theaters and earned $19 million (approx. ₩27.9 billion) on its first day. However, it only managed to pull in $45.2 million (₩66.4 billion) in its first month.

Europe, Middle East & Africa: $31.29 million (₩45.9 billion)

UK: $8.49M (₩12.4B), France: $7.91M (₩11.6B), Germany: $4.27M (₩6.2B)

Asia: $29.6 million (₩43.4 billion), including

Korea: 2.99 million admissions and ₩29.6 billion in revenue

Despite global interest, the film struggled to meet expectations.

💸 Production Costs and Estimated Losses

With a reported production budget of $118 million (₩170 billion) and an additional $80 million (₩117 billion) spent on marketing by Warner Bros., the film needed to gross approximately $300 million (₩440.8 billion) to break even.

However, global box office revenues amounted to only $143 million (₩209 billion) — resulting in estimated losses of up to $80 million (₩117 billion), according to Variety.

"While digital streaming sales may offset some of the damage, it's unlikely the film will turn a full profit," the outlet noted.

🛸 Streaming Release Starts April 7

Mickey 17 will be available for streaming starting April 7 across platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Fandango, and Max. In South Korea, the film will also be accessible via VOD services.

🧬 Bong Joon-ho's Sci-Fi Ambition

Starring Robert Pattinson, Mickey 17 tells the story of a disposable clone repeatedly sent on deadly missions during the colonization of a distant planet. It marks Bong Joon-ho's return following his Oscar-winning masterpiece Parasite.

However, the reception fell short of expectations:

Rotten Tomatoes: 77% (critics), 73% (audience)

Parasite scored: 99% (critics), 95% (audience)

[Photo Credit: Box Office Mojo, Variety Capture]