<p>A day after reports suggested that Dwayne Johnson's DC movie 'Black Adam' may be losing studio Warner Bros $50 to $100 million, a new report has denied that, and has said that on the contrary, the film will earn a profit of $52 million to $72 million. As per Deadline, the reports of the failure of 'Black Adam' are false and the film will also earn moolah from the merchandise. Johnson concurred, sharing the report on Twitter and writing, "Waited to confirm with financiers before I shared this excellent #BlackAdam news - our film will PROFIT between $52M-$72M. Fact. At almost $400M worldwide we are building our new franchise step by step (first Captain America did $370M) for the DC future."</p>

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<p>In the Jaume Collet-Serra directorial, Johnson plays the role of Teth-Adam or Black Adam, an ancient antihero who lived in fictional North African nation of 5000 years ago, and is now reawakened. He is an archenemy of Shazam and is expected to face Superman as well. &nbsp;Earlier Johnson was going to essay the character opposite Zachary Levi in 2019's 'Shazam!' but then it was decided to give the character a solo movie first.</p>

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<p>Apart from Johnson himself, Aldis Hodge, Noah Centineo, Sarah Shahi, Marwan Kenzari, Quintessa Swindell, Bodhi Sabongui, and Pierce Brosnan also star. The cast is packed with talented names.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Henry Cavill also appears as Superman in the post-credits, confirming that his version of Man of Steel is not yet dead.</p>

<p>'Black Adam' received mixed critical reception. WION's review read, "it is the script that is the Achilles heel of 'Black Adam'. It tells a typical, hackneyed origin tale of a superhero (or more accurately, antihero) that is almost entirely without surprises. It looks to be a rehash of countless superhero pics from the last decade or so. It is also painfully predictable, and does not even attempt a lot to do anything terribly new. If you are looking for anything fresh in the plot, you'd be better off looking elsewhere."</p>

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A day after reports suggested that Dwayne Johnson's DC movie 'Black Adam' may be losing studio Warner Bros $50 to $100 million, a new report has denied that, and has said that on the contrary, the film will earn a profit of $52 million to $72 million.

A day after reports suggested that Dwayne Johnson's DC movie 'Black Adam' may be losing studio Warner Bros $50 to $100 million, a new report has denied that, and has said that on the contrary, the film will earn a profit of $52 million to $72 million. As per Deadline, the reports of the failure of 'Black Adam' are false and the film will also earn moolah from the merchandise. Johnson concurred, sharing the report on Twitter and writing, "Waited to confirm with financiers before I shared this excellent #BlackAdam news - our film will PROFIT between $52M-$72M. Fact. At almost $400M worldwide we are building our new franchise step by step (first Captain America did $370M) for the DC future." In the Jaume Collet-Serra directorial, Johnson plays the role of Teth-Adam or Black Adam, an ancient antihero who lived in fictional North African nation of 5000 years ago, and is now reawakened. He is an archenemy of Shazam and is expected to face Superman as well. Earlier Johnson was going to essay the character opposite Zachary Levi in 2019's 'Shazam!' but then it was decided to give the character a solo movie first. Apart from Johnson himself, Aldis Hodge, Noah Centineo, Sarah Shahi, Marwan Kenzari, Quintessa Swindell, Bodhi Sabongui, and Pierce Brosnan also star. The cast is packed with talented names. Henry Cavill also appears as Superman in the post-credits, confirming that his version of Man of Steel is not yet dead. 'Black Adam' received mixed critical reception. WION's review read, "it is the script that is the Achilles heel of 'Black Adam'. It tells a typical, hackneyed origin tale of a superhero (or more accurately, antihero) that is almost entirely without surprises. It looks to be a rehash of countless superhero pics from the last decade or so. It is also painfully predictable, and does not even attempt a lot to do anything terribly new. If you are looking for anything fresh in the plot, you'd be better off looking elsewhere."

'Black Adam' a box office success, claims new report. Dwayne Johnson says 'excellent news'

<p>While Dwayne Johnson may have made a grant entry to superhero movies by headlining <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-black-adam-post-credit-scene-explained-heres-what-it-means-for-dceus-future-527396">DC's 'Black Adam'</a></strong>, it appears Warner Bros, the studio behind the project, is going to lose up to $100 million. The news was reported by Variety. As per Box Office Mojo, the film has grossed $384.6 million on a reported budget of $195 million. However, that budget does not include marketing and production costs which are around $80 and $100 million. Add to that the cut of theatres, and the film is apparently going to lose a big amount of money to WB. Johnson did change the hierarchy of power in DC Universe, but he clearly could not use his immense star power to make the film a success.</p>

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<p>In the Jaume Collet-Serra directorial, Johnson plays the role of Teth-Adam or Black Adam, an ancient antihero who lived in fictional North African nation of 5000 years ago, and is now reawakened. He is an archenemy of Shazam and is expected to face Superman as well. &nbsp;Earlier Johnson was going to essay the character opposite Zachary Levi in 2019's 'Shazam!' but then it was decided to give the character a solo movie first.</p>

<p><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mkomfZHG5q4" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></p>

<p>Apart from Johnson himself, Aldis Hodge, Noah Centineo, Sarah Shahi, Marwan Kenzari, Quintessa Swindell, Bodhi Sabongui, and Pierce Brosnan also star. The cast is packed with talented names.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Henry Cavill also appears as Superman in the post-credits, confirming that his version of Man of Steel is not yet dead.</p>

<p>Also Read:<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-black-adam-movie-review-dwayne-johnsons-action-packed-dc-movie-is-let-down-by-a-subpar-script-526998">&nbsp;'Black Adam' movie review: Dwayne Johnson's action-packed DC movie is let down by a subpar script</a></strong></p>

<p>'Black Adam' received mixed critical reception. WION's review read, "it is the script that is the Achilles heel of 'Black Adam'. It tells a typical, hackneyed origin tale of a superhero (or more accurately, antihero) that is almost entirely without surprises. It looks to be a rehash of countless superhero pics from the last decade or so. It is also painfully predictable, and does not even attempt a lot to do anything terribly new. If you are looking for anything fresh in the plot, you'd be better off looking elsewhere."</p>

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While Dwayne Johnson may have made a grant entry to superhero movies by headlining DC's 'Black Adam', it appears Warner Bros, the studio behind the project, is going to lose up to $100 million.

While Dwayne Johnson may have made a grant entry to superhero movies by headlining DC's 'Black Adam', it appears Warner Bros, the studio behind the project, is going to lose up to $100 million. The news was reported by Variety. As per Box Office Mojo, the film has grossed $384.6 million on a reported budget of $195 million. However, that budget does not include marketing and production costs which are around $80 and $100 million. Add to that the cut of theatres, and the film is apparently going to lose a big amount of money to WB. Johnson did change the hierarchy of power in DC Universe, but he clearly could not use his immense star power to make the film a success. In the Jaume Collet-Serra directorial, Johnson plays the role of Teth-Adam or Black Adam, an ancient antihero who lived in fictional North African nation of 5000 years ago, and is now reawakened. He is an archenemy of Shazam and is expected to face Superman as well. Earlier Johnson was going to essay the character opposite Zachary Levi in 2019's 'Shazam!' but then it was decided to give the character a solo movie first. Apart from Johnson himself, Aldis Hodge, Noah Centineo, Sarah Shahi, Marwan Kenzari, Quintessa Swindell, Bodhi Sabongui, and Pierce Brosnan also star. The cast is packed with talented names. Henry Cavill also appears as Superman in the post-credits, confirming that his version of Man of Steel is not yet dead. Also Read: 'Black Adam' movie review: Dwayne Johnson's action-packed DC movie is let down by a subpar script 'Black Adam' received mixed critical reception. WION's review read, "it is the script that is the Achilles heel of 'Black Adam'. It tells a typical, hackneyed origin tale of a superhero (or more accurately, antihero) that is almost entirely without surprises. It looks to be a rehash of countless superhero pics from the last decade or so. It is also painfully predictable, and does not even attempt a lot to do anything terribly new. If you are looking for anything fresh in the plot, you'd be better off looking elsewhere."

Dwayne Johnson's 'Black Adam' a box office failure, to lose up to $100 million

<p>Dwayne Johnson-led upcoming DC movie 'Black Adam' has been a long time coming. It has been in development in one form or another since the early 2000s, and even Johnson has been attached to portray the character since 2007. And finally, it is coming. In this Jaume Collet-Serra directorial, Johnson plays the role of the iconic DC anti-hero and Shazam's arch-enemy. Earlier Johnson was going to essay the character opposite Zachary Levi in 2019's 'Shazam!' but then it was decided to give the character a solo movie first. Apart from the titular character, the movie also marks the live-action debut of the Justice Society, which was the original superhero team of the DC Universe before Justice League debuted.</p>

<p>'Black Adam' was recently screened and the first reactions from critics are out. And thus far, they are positive&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Collider's Steven Weintraub tweeted, "have seen #BlackAdam. @TheRock is fantastic as Black Adam. He spent 10 years getting ready for this role and he literally kills anyone and everyone in his way and I loved that he didn't pull back on who Black Adam is. Left the theater wanting to see the sequel immediately."</p>

<p>Fandango's Erik Davis wrote, "DC’s #BlackAdam ROCKS! Tons of action, characters you’re instantly invested in &amp; terrific pacing. Dwayne Johnson finds a great balance in being menacing &amp; badass, but also empathetic. Especially loved Aldis Hodge’s Hawkman &amp; Pierce Brosnan’s Doctor Fate. More JSA movies please!"</p>

<p>Independent critic Paul McGuire Grimes wrote, "Epic on Every Level."</p>

<p>Also Read:&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-black-adam-to-hit-theatres-a-day-early-in-india-523185">'Black Adam' to hit theatres a day early in India</a></strong></p>

<p>Comicbook.com's Brandon Davis wrote, "Pierce Brosnan kills it as Doctor Fate. He steals scenes. Charismatic as ever. Aldis Hodge’s Hawkman leaves a lot of meat on the bone for future stories to dig deeper into. His action scenes are terrific. #BlackAdam relies on action, lands some humor, and it’s bad-ass."</p>

<p>Variety's Courtney Howard wrote, ".@TheRock is terrific in #BlackAdam, which includes a hearty amount of real world touchstones (most affecting is it reinforces the need for heroes in bleak times). Director Juame Collet-Serra lays out building blocks for a larger, grand universe. Action is lively &amp; BIG in scale."</p>

<p>The film also stars Aldis Hodge, Noah Centineo, Sarah Shahi, Marwan Kenzari, Quintessa Swindell, Bodhi Sabongui, and Pierce Brosnan as Carter Hall or Hawkman, Albert "Al" Rothstein or Atom Smasher, Adrianna Tomaz or Isis, Ishmael Gregor / Sabbac, Maxine Hunkel or Cyclone, Amon, and Kent Nelson or Doctor Fate, respectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p>'Black Adam' releases on October 20.</p>


Dwayne Johnson-led upcoming DC movie 'Black Adam' has been a long time coming. It has been in development in one form or another since the early 2000s, and even Johnson has been attached to portray the character since 2007.

Dwayne Johnson-led upcoming DC movie 'Black Adam' has been a long time coming. It has been in development in one form or another since the early 2000s, and even Johnson has been attached to portray the character since 2007. And finally, it is coming. In this Jaume Collet-Serra directorial, Johnson plays the role of the iconic DC anti-hero and Shazam's arch-enemy. Earlier Johnson was going to essay the character opposite Zachary Levi in 2019's 'Shazam!' but then it was decided to give the character a solo movie first. Apart from the titular character, the movie also marks the live-action debut of the Justice Society, which was the original superhero team of the DC Universe before Justice League debuted. 'Black Adam' was recently screened and the first reactions from critics are out. And thus far, they are positive Collider's Steven Weintraub tweeted, "have seen #BlackAdam. @TheRock is fantastic as Black Adam. He spent 10 years getting ready for this role and he literally kills anyone and everyone in his way and I loved that he didn't pull back on who Black Adam is. Left the theater wanting to see the sequel immediately." Fandango's Erik Davis wrote, "DC’s #BlackAdam ROCKS! Tons of action, characters you’re instantly invested in & terrific pacing. Dwayne Johnson finds a great balance in being menacing & badass, but also empathetic. Especially loved Aldis Hodge’s Hawkman & Pierce Brosnan’s Doctor Fate. More JSA movies please!" Independent critic Paul McGuire Grimes wrote, "Epic on Every Level." Also Read: 'Black Adam' to hit theatres a day early in India Comicbook.com's Brandon Davis wrote, "Pierce Brosnan kills it as Doctor Fate. He steals scenes. Charismatic as ever. Aldis Hodge’s Hawkman leaves a lot of meat on the bone for future stories to dig deeper into. His action scenes are terrific. #BlackAdam relies on action, lands some humor, and it’s bad-ass." Variety's Courtney Howard wrote, ".@TheRock is terrific in #BlackAdam, which includes a hearty amount of real world touchstones (most affecting is it reinforces the need for heroes in bleak times). Director Juame Collet-Serra lays out building blocks for a larger, grand universe. Action is lively & BIG in scale." The film also stars Aldis Hodge, Noah Centineo, Sarah Shahi, Marwan Kenzari, Quintessa Swindell, Bodhi Sabongui, and Pierce Brosnan as Carter Hall or Hawkman, Albert "Al" Rothstein or Atom Smasher, Adrianna Tomaz or Isis, Ishmael Gregor / Sabbac, Maxine Hunkel or Cyclone, Amon, and Kent Nelson or Doctor Fate, respectively. 'Black Adam' releases on October 20.

'Black Adam' first reactions: Dwayne Johnson's DC film is 'epic on every Level'