I remain very surprised at just how well Bohemian Rhapsody is doing in theaters.
Even in a crowded marketplace that included the very similar A Star Is Born, Bohemian Rhapsody has now made $175 million in U.S. theaters, and another $428 million overseas.
But Rami Malek made a very convincing Freddie Mercury, and Queen’s music remains wonderful — and Queen’s fans remain very loyal.
Its $175 million domestic total tops the previous number one (via Box Office Mojo), Straight Outta Compton and its $161 million in box office receipts.