Bad Boys Franchise Hits $1 Billion At The Global Box Office

"Bad Boys: Ride or Die" has surpassed $1 billion at the global box office.

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It earned $79.24 million in its first week in the US and $104 million worldwide.

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Will Smith return alongside Martin Lawrence proved popular, despite Will's past controversies.

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It is directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, it revived the franchise after recent box office disappointments.

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It received high praise from audiences (97% on Rotten Tomatoes) and positive reviews from critics.

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"Bad Boys for Life," the previous installment, grossed over $425 million worldwide before the pandemic.

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This movie is one of the best of the year, and it gave the summer box office a great headstart.

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The film's success comes amid a trend favoring streaming over traditional theatrical releases.

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