Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter“DC League of Super-Pets” struggled to sell tickets overseas against “Minions: The Rise of Gru,” another family-friendly offering that’s competing for attention at the international box office.The Warner Bros.
animated adventure about the animal compatriots of Superman and other Justice League members has collected a lackluster $18.4 million from 63 foreign markets.
Despite mostly positive reviews, “DC League of Super-Pets” had a harder time breaking out because “The Rise of Gru” has remained the de facto choice internationally for parents with young kids.Although “Minions” opened in theaters five weeks ago, the animated sequel beat newcomer “DC League of Super-Pets” on international charts with $35.3 million from 79 territories.
With those returns, “The Rise of Gru” has grossed $389.9 million overseas and a healthy $710 million worldwide. Of course, “Minions” is benefitting as the fifth installment in Universal and Illumination’s popular “Despicable Me” franchise.
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