From Collider · Rohan Naahar · · 2m
DC's Clayface Hits $100M Global Box Office
DC's Clayface surpasses $100 million worldwide after being removed from 532 theaters.
In brief
DC's Clayface surpasses $100 million worldwide after being removed from 532 theaters. DC's Clayface has passed $100 million globally after being officially removed from 532 theaters. Originally reported by Collider.
Clayface Box Office Milestone
DC's Clayface has passed a global box-office milestone of $100 million worldwide after being officially removed from 532 theaters.
Theatrical Performance
The film broke even theatrically after two weeks of release, a rare achievement in the superhero genre.
Budget Comparison
Clayface was produced on a reported $40 million budget, lower than Scream 7's $45 million and Resident Evil's $75 million.
Cost-Effective Production
The film's budget is a king's ransom compared to Backrooms' $10 million and Obsession's $1 million production costs.
Joker Comparison
Clayface follows the financial template set by 2019's Joker, which grossed $1 billion against a $55 million budget.
Director's Previous Work
Clayface has overtaken director James Watkins' previous film Speak No Evil, which generated $77 million worldwide.
Theatrical Run
Clayface lost more than 530 theaters as it entered its third week of release, having debuted in 3,458 theaters two weeks ago.
Domestic Performance
The film added around $7 million this weekend, pushing its domestic total to nearly $60 million.
Global Performance
Globally, Clayface has surpassed the $100 million milestone, overtaking Lee Cronin's The Mummy and Evil Dead Burn.
Cast and Crew
Starring Tom Rhys Harries, Naomi Ackie, Max Minghella, and Eddie Marsan, the film exists in an alternate Gotham City.
Critical Reception
Clayface received positive reviews from critics and audiences, sitting at a 'Certified Fresh' 78% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Rotten Tomatoes Consensus
The aggregator website's consensus reads: 'Carving out a unique identity for itself in the DCU while closely resembling a litany of body horror classics, Clayface takes time to get going until it eventually morphs into…
“Carving out a unique identity for itself in the DCU while closely resembling a litany of body horror classics, Clayface takes time to get going until it eventually morphs into an icky and satisfying revenge thriller”
Release Details
Clayface released on October 23, 2026, with a runtime of 108 minutes and director James Watkins.
Theatrical Strategy
The film opens the door for DC Studios to make more cost-effective movies focusing on Batman's rogues' gallery.
At a glance
DC's Clayface has passed $100 million globally after being officially removed from 532 theaters.
