It was to be expected given that it set all kinds of pre-release sales records, but now the numbers are in and it’s official: Fifty Shades of Grey is a massive success for Universal and Focus Features, with the film pulling in a huge $240 million opening weekend around the globe.
The adaptation of E.L. James’ steamy bestselling debuted in 55 international markets, earning $158 million and setting a record for the biggest opening for an R-rated release. Throw in a projected $90 million domestic haul over the Presidents Day holiday, and the $40 million movie is already comfortably in the black.
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Expect Universal to confirm the release date for Fifty Shades Darker any time soon…
Read our reviews of Fifty Shades of Grey here and here and listen to the Flickering Myth Podcast review below:
Originally published February 15, 2015. Updated July 3, 2023.
