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Kingsley Ben-Adir as Bob Marley – image courtesy of Paramount
SOURCE: worldmusicviews.com
Paramount’s latest release, “Bob Marley: One Love,” has quickly become a sensation at the global box office, crossing the remarkable $100 million milestone within just 10 days of its premiere.
The musical biopic has amassed a total of $101.1 million worldwide, with a significant portion of $61.4 million originating from North American audiences and $39.7 million from 59 international markets.
Maintaining its stronghold in its second weekend, “One Love” retained its leading position in domestic charts, raking in $3.7 million on Friday alone. Internationally, the film continued its success, adding $3.3 million on Thursday and venturing into eight new markets over the weekend.
Debuting on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, “Bob Marley: One Love” exceeded initial forecasts by collecting $28.6 million over the standard weekend period and a notable $52 million during the extended six-day holiday span. Despite garnering mixed reviews from critics, averaging 42% on Rotten Tomatoes, the film received an enthusiastic “A” CinemaScore from early viewers. Notably, the production budget for “One Love” stood at $70 million.
Kingsley Ben-Adir embodies the legendary reggae icon in “Bob Marley: One Love,” while Lashana Lynch co-stars as his wife, Rita Marley. Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, the film offers an immersive exploration of Marley’s transformative journey, spanning from his influential tours in Africa and Europe during the mid-1970s to the genesis of his groundbreaking album “Exodus.”
Ziggy Marley, son of the Jamaican musician, expressed gratitude for the film’s reception, stating, “My family and I are honored with the amazing response to ‘Bob Marley: One Love.’ Like my father’s music, this movie is meant for the people, and his message of peace, love, and unity is clearly connecting with audiences around the world. We thank the people for embracing this film and in doing so, helping to highlight the message of one love.”
