Superheroes have lost everything they had: this year they have eliminated a trend that had been ongoing since 2010

The superhero cinema is at a crossroads, following a notable decline in its popularity that has become evident in 2025. Throughout this year, no film in the genre has managed to enter the top 50 highest-grossing films of all time, marking a record not seen since 2011. This data highlights the loss of enthusiasm from the audience towards these productions, a concerning trend for Hollywood studios. Mediocre steel Among the films released by Marvel this year, such as Captain America: Brave New World, Thunderbolts, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps, […]

The superhero cinema is at a crossroads, following a notable decline in its popularity that has become evident in 2025. Throughout this year, no film in the genre has managed to enter the top 50 highest-grossing films of all time, marking a record not seen since 2011. This data highlights the loss of enthusiasm from the audience towards these productions, a concerning trend for Hollywood studios.

Steel Supermediacy

Among the movies released by Marvel this year, such as Captain America: Brave New World, Thunderbolts, and The Fantastic Four: First Steps, none have achieved the expected revenue. In fact, these titles are among the lowest-grossing for the studio, even surpassed by Superman, the most successful genre film of the year with earnings of 616 million dollars. However, this figure is still insufficient compared to the standards of yesteryear, as Superman barely grazes the limit of the top 50, currently held by Logan with 619 million.

The outlook for 2026 could change with the arrival of highly anticipated titles like Spider-Man 4 and Avengers: Doomsday, whose box office is expected to be more spectacular. However, there are still doubts about whether these films will be a milestone or if the current year is an indicator of a more significant shift in audience preferences.

On the other hand, in the DC universe, the arrival of Supergirl and Clayface is expected. However, it is estimated that these productions will not make it to the top 50. It is worth mentioning that Clayface has a budget of only 40 million dollars, which means it could be considered a success even with moderate box office earnings.

"It's my least favorite scene." Jessica Alba hates 'The Fantastic Four' for a good reason

Jessica Alba, famous for her role as Sue Storm in The Fantastic Four (2005), has shared her discomfort with one of the most controversial scenes in the film, where her character undresses to become invisible. During her appearance at the Red Sea Film Festival, Alba described this scene as her “least favorite,” reflecting her discomfort with how it was conceptualized. Despite this, Alba has expressed a lasting affection for Sue Storm, highlighting the complexity of her relationship with the character in the Marvel universe. Not even invisible escapes being sexualized The […]

Jessica Alba, famous for her role as Sue Storm in The Fantastic Four (2005), has shared her discomfort with one of the most controversial scenes in the film, where her character strips to become invisible. During her appearance at the Red Sea Film Festival, Alba described this scene as her “least favorite”, thus reflecting her discomfort with how it was conceptualized. Despite this, Alba has expressed a lasting affection for Sue Storm, highlighting the complexity of her relationship with the character in the Marvel universe.

Not even invisible can escape being sexualized

The film, directed by Tim Story, has been the subject of criticism and reevaluations over the years. Although some consider it endearing, the creative decisions that, at the time, caused discomfort among the actors cannot be ignored. In Alba’s case, her disappointment with certain scenes did not diminish her emotional connection to Sue Storm, a character that has left a notable mark on her career.

The conflict between the actress and the director was not limited to a single occasion. During the filming of the sequel, The Fantastic Four and Silver Surfer, Story asked Alba to improve her emotional performance, suggesting that she should “look prettier when she cried” and even proposing the use of CGI-generated tears if she couldn’t adequately channel the emotion. These anecdotes provide a fascinating insight into the production process and the creative tensions that can arise on set.

As time goes by, these stories remind us that each movie has its own dynamics and that, despite the differences, actors often find ways to connect with their characters, even if it means dealing with creative decisions that may feel uncomfortable to them.

'The Fantastic Four' confirms its absolute failure at the box office: it has lost to a small horror movie

The movie Weapons, directed by Zach Cregger, has debuted at the top of the U.S. box office, surpassing both The Fantastic Four: First Steps and Put Me in Your Place Again. In its first weekend, Weapons grossed $42.5 million, a result that has exceeded expectations. Critics have responded positively, giving it a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes for several days and currently an impressive 95%, which has significantly contributed to its success. Armed and ready against Marvel! The Fantastic Four: First Steps, after a two-week reign, has suffered a […]

The movie Weapons, directed by Zach Cregger, has debuted at the top of the U.S. box office, surpassing both The Fantastic Four: First Steps and Switch Places Again. In its opening weekend, Weapons grossed $42.5 million, a result that has exceeded expectations. The critics have responded positively, giving it a 100% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes for several days and currently an impressive 95%, which has significantly contributed to its success.

Armed and Ready Against Marvel!

The Fantastic Four: First Steps, after a two-week reign, has suffered a drastic drop in its earnings, with a 60% decrease compared to the previous weekend, raising only 15.5 million and positioning itself in third place. This notable drop has cast doubt on its ability to surpass the 289.49 million dollars earned by Superman, a film by James Gunn. Meanwhile, Put Yourself in My Place managed to secure the second spot in the box office ranking with 29 million dollars.

The impact that Weapons has had at the box office is not only the result of a good promotional campaign by Warner; it is also attributed to the positive reception that Barbarian, Cregger’s previous work, received. In fact, the success of Weapons suggests that the director has managed to establish himself as a relevant voice in the horror and comedy genre, successfully capturing the audience’s attention in a competitive cinematic landscape.

With the weekend premiere of Weapons, the conversation about the future of superheroes at the box office will intensify, especially in light of the failure of The Fantastic Four to maintain their dominance, which could mark a shift in audience dynamics and box office trends in the coming months.

Pedro Pascal is a great actor, but a terrible waiter: before he became famous, he was fired ten times

Pedro Pascal has seen a notable increase in his popularity since his acclaimed performances in Game of Thrones and Narcos. Currently, the versatile Chilean actor has three movies in theaters: Eddington, directed by Ari Aster, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and the romantic comedy Materialistas. Additionally, his recent participation in the HBO series The Last of Us has further solidified his status as one of the most prominent figures in Hollywood. Pedro, Pedro, Pe-Pedro, Pedro, Pedro, Pé However, few know about the actor’s difficult beginnings. In various interviews, Pascal has recalled his journey before reaching the […]

Pedro Pascal has seen a notable increase in his popularity since his acclaimed performances in Game of Thrones and Narcos. Currently, the versatile Chilean actor has three movies in theaters: Eddington, directed by Ari Aster, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and the romantic comedy Materialistas. Additionally, his recent participation in the HBO series The Last of Us has further solidified his status as one of the most prominent figures in Hollywood.

Pedro, Pedro, Pe-Pedro, Pedro, Pedro, Pé

However, few know about the actor’s difficult beginnings. In various interviews, Pascal has recalled his journey before achieving fame, revealing that he worked as a waiter in New York and was fired up to ten times. In an interview with Vanity Fair, he honestly answered the question about his performance as a waiter, which led to a reflection on the challenges he faced during the 90s, including failed auditions and the struggle to establish himself in the competitive entertainment industry.

Pascal’s perseverance has been fundamental in his career. During his early years in the city, his friend Sarah Paulson played a crucial role in supporting him, which undoubtedly contributed to him not throwing in the towel in the face of adversity. His story is an inspiring testament to how dedication and the support of friends can make a difference in an artist’s life.

Fans of Pascal can now see him as Reed Richards in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, one of the most anticipated movies of the year. Additionally, Eddington is another great addition to his growing filmography, affirming his place in the modern film industry.

The Fantastic Four: First Steps does not win the battle against DC and flops at the box office

The movie ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ has maintained the number 1 spot at the U.S. box office during its second weekend, grossing 40 million dollars. However, this figure represents an alarming 66% drop in revenue compared to its debut. Although it managed to outperform other releases like ‘The Bad Guys 2’ and ‘Get Smart’, its difficulties are notable when compared to other Marvel titles, such as ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ and ‘Thunderbolts’, which saw smaller declines in their revenue during their second weekend. It does not meet expectations Specifically, ‘The […]

The movie ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ has maintained the number 1 spot at the U.S. box office during its second weekend, grossing 40 million dollars. However, this figure represents an alarming 66% drop in revenue compared to its debut. Although it managed to outperform other releases like ‘The Bad Guys 2’ and ‘Get Smart’, its difficulties are notable when compared to other Marvel titles, such as ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ and ‘Thunderbolts’, which saw smaller declines in their revenue during their second weekend.

Does not meet expectations

Specifically, ‘The Fantastic Four’ has experienced a more drastic decline than ‘Captain America’ (53.2%) and ‘Thunderbolts’ (56%), leading experts to question its ability to maintain public interest in the long term. After two weeks in theaters, the Marvel movie has grossed 368 million dollars globally, which is considerably lower than the 406.8 million accumulated by ‘Superman’, which has shown better audience retention.

With these figures, the projections for ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ indicate that the movie could reach a total box office comparable to ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’ (476 million), although there are no expectations of breaking significant records. Despite its promising start, where it accumulated 216.6 million in its opening weekend, the trend suggests that its total earning potential is quickly fading.

Additionally, ‘The Fantastic Four’ has had a historic flop in China, although no exact figures have been provided. This only adds more uncertainty to a release that was expected to be a resounding success within the Marvel universe.

The Fantastic Four is a box office hit, but Superman's record remains intact

The movie The Fantastic Four: First Steps has had a notable debut, grossing 218 million dollars in its opening weekend. This figure is split between 118 million from the North American box office and 100 million from the international market. However, this revenue did not surpass the record of 220 million set by Superman, also released in 2025. With this result, The Fantastic Four positions itself as the highest-grossing Marvel movie of the year, despite the slowdown that has affected other franchise productions, such as Captain America: Brave New World and Thunderbolts. Marvel […]

The movie The Fantastic Four: First Steps has had a remarkable debut, grossing 218 million dollars in its opening weekend. This figure is split between 118 million from the North American box office and 100 million from the international market. However, this revenue did not surpass the record of 220 million set by Superman, also released in 2025. With this result, The Fantastic Four positions itself as the highest-grossing Marvel movie of the year, despite the slowdown that has affected other franchise productions, such as Captain America: Brave New World and Thunderbolts.

Marvel VS DC

Despite this promising start, The Fantastic Four still faces challenges. Its budget of 200 million dollars makes it one of the most expensive productions of the year, although 25 million cheaper than Superman.

In contrast, Superman has accumulated a worldwide gross of $502.7 million to date, with projections suggesting it could surpass $600 million, although reaching $700 million seems challenging. This film, directed by James Gunn, aims to relaunch the tarnished DC brand, a monumental challenge given the current context.

The immediate future of The Fantastic Four looks promising for the box office, while Superman’s legacy could be assessed not only by its earnings but also by its ability to revitalize the DC cinematic universe.

The emotional connection behind Ryan Meinerding's creations for Marvel

Ryan Meinerding, an iconic name in the Marvel cinematic universe, is experiencing a remarkable moment of reflection and connection with his past. Since his beginnings in the franchise, he has been a key piece in creating the visual aesthetic that characterizes Marvel movies. His relationship with the Marvel universe began long before he joined the company, when in his adolescence, he admired characters like The Thing and dedicated himself to drawing them. First a fan and now a creator One of those sketches, made by the young Meinerding, has been recovered and presented in his recent book titled […]

Ryan Meinerding, an iconic name in the Marvel cinematic universe, is experiencing a remarkable moment of reflection and connection with his past. Since his beginnings in the franchise, he has been a key piece in creating the visual aesthetic that characterizes Marvel movies. His relationship with the Marvel universe began long before he joined the company, when in his adolescence, he admired characters like The Thing and dedicated himself to drawing them.

First fan and now creator

One of those sketches, created by the young Meinerding, has been recovered and presented in his recent book titled Marvel Studios: The Art of Ryan Meinerding. This work not only celebrates his career as an illustrator but also examines his artistic evolution and his significant contribution to the development of Marvel movies since their early days. His work has been essential in bringing to life the iconic characters that have resonated with audiences around the world.

The emotional connection that Meinerding feels with The Thing, a member of the superhero team known as the Fantastic Four, also reflects a shared experience among many fans who grew up with these characters. This personal bond has not only influenced his work but has also added a more human dimension to his art, as he tries to capture the essence and complexity of the characters he has helped create.

As the MCU continues to expand, Meinerding’s legacy becomes increasingly relevant. His ability to translate the creative vision of writers and directors into memorable illustrations has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema. Looking back on his career, it is clear that his passion for art and love for characters have been the driving forces behind his successful journey at Marvel.