Bob Mondello
👤 SpeakerAppearances Over Time
Podcast Appearances
The story of an alien encounter during a long-shot trip to save the Earth from extinction seems to be morphing into a tool to save Hollywood from extinction.
I think you're being go time, pal.
Project Hail Mary will take in more than $80 million in North America this weekend, easily the best opening of 2026.
It's also doing extremely well overseas.
Its worldwide total through Sunday night will top $140 million.
And exit polls say 85% of those who've seen Project Hail Mary would recommend it to a friend, suggesting it'll continue to soar for a few more weeks at least.
The story of an alien encounter during a long-shot trip to save the Earth from extinction seems to be morphing into a tool to save Hollywood from extinction.
I think you mean go time, pal.
Project Hail Mary will take in more than $80 million in North America this weekend, easily the best opening of 2026.
It's also doing extremely well overseas.
Its worldwide total through Sunday night will top $140 million.