Box Office Mojo or similar box office tracking websites

Will Smith's 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' Debuts Strong with $56 Million, On Pace for $50-60 Million

Jun 8, 2024, 05:38 PM

Will Smith has made a significant return to movie theaters with the release of 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die,' the fourth installment in the long-running buddy cop series featuring Smith and Martin Lawrence. The film debuted with a strong box office performance, earning $56 million domestically in its opening weekend. This comes more than two years after Smith's controversial incident at the Oscars, where he slapped host Chris Rock. Smith has expressed that achieving box office success is increasingly challenging in today's market. Despite this, 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' is on pace to earn $50-60 million, indicating a successful comeback for the actor. Smith even surprised fans by watching the movie incognito in a theater, further endearing himself to the public.