# Godzilla Minus Zero Breaks Box Office Record

> Godzilla Minus Zero sets $31.6 million record for foreign-language films in North America.
- Title: Godzilla Minus Zero Breaks Box Office Record · Seattletimes
- Summary: Godzilla Minus Zero sets $31.6 million record for foreign-language films in North America.
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## Godzilla Minus Zero Opens Strong
Godzilla Minus Zero earned $31.6 million in North American box office, a record for foreign-language films.
## Beats Previous Live-Action Record
The film surpassed the $17.9 million opening of 2004's Hero, the previous live-action foreign-language record.
## Ramayana Also Tops Charts
Ramayana: Rise of a Legend opened with $8.7 million domestically and $32 million in India.
## Global Release Strategy
Toho released Godzilla Minus Zero globally, debuting in Japan with $17 million over the weekend.
## IMAX Success
Godzilla Minus Zero generated $21.3 million globally from IMAX, representing 34% of its box office.
## Critical and Audience Reception
The film scored 90% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes and an 'A' CinemaScore from audiences.
## Next Film in Line
Godzilla x Kong: Supernova is scheduled for release in March 2, 2024, by Warner Bros. and Legendary.
## The Cat in the Hat Underperforms
The Cat in the Hat opened with $20.5 million, a lower return than expected for its $86 million budget.
## Wildwood Holds Strong
Wildwood earned $7 million in its third weekend, with a cumulative total of $39.8 million domestically.
## Oscar Contenders Shine
Wild Horse Nine and Club Kid both achieved strong openings for potential Oscar contenders.
## Key takeaway

Godzilla Minus Zero debuts with $31.6 million, surpassing previous live-action foreign-language records.