Ryan Gosling’s latest film, “The Fall Guy,” kicked off its box office run with a solid start, earning $3.15 million in Thursday previews. The movie, based on the 1980s TV series of the same name, is anticipated to debut with a weekend opening ranging between $30 million to $40 million, aiming to offset its hefty $130 million budget.
Plot and Cast of “The Fall Guy”
In “The Fall Guy,” Gosling portrays Colt Seavers, an experienced stuntman who steps away from his adrenaline-fueled career following a serious accident and a breakup with his girlfriend and camera operator, Jody Moreno (played by Emily Blunt). When Jody directs a film featuring the renowned actor Tom Ryder (Aaron Taylor-Johnson), whom Colt previously doubled for, Colt is drawn back into the world of stunts and tangled in a gripping murder mystery.
As Tom disappears, Colt must unravel the mystery while executing daring stunts. The film, directed by David Leitch, promises an action-packed narrative complemented by a stellar cast including Hannah Waddingham, Winston Duke, Stephanie Hsu, and Teresa Palmer.
Director David Leitch’s Stunt-Heavy Portfolio
David Leitch, renowned for his expertise in stunts, directs “The Fall Guy” following his successful work on action-oriented films like “Bullet Train,” “Fast and Furious Presents: Hobbs and Shaw,” “Atomic Blonde,” and “Deadpool 2.” With decades of experience in the industry, including extensive stunt work in numerous films since the 1990s, Leitch brings a dynamic and thrilling vision to the film.
Other Releases This Weekend
In addition to “The Fall Guy,” Sony and Screen Gems are releasing the horror film “Tarot,” which garnered $715,000 in previews and targets a weekend box office range of $5 million to $6 million. Meanwhile, in celebration of May the Fourth, “Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace” is returning to theatres for its 25th anniversary and is projected to achieve around $5 million in ticket sales over the weekend.
These releases add to the diverse offerings at the box office, catering to various genres and audience preferences.