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Phantomias · 20.12.2002, 10:37

The Two Towers Opens with $42 Million Worldwide!
Thursday, December 19, 2002 3:07 CST

New Line Cinema's The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, the central film in Peter Jackson's epic trilogy, took the global box office by storm on its first day in theaters Wednesday, garnering an estimated $42 million one-day worldwide gross -- $26 million domestic and $16 million international -- up nearly 45% from last year's one day worldwide gross of $29 million. The film broke all single day records in Denmark and opening day records in seven other international territories; it was announced today by Rolf Mittweg New Line Cinema's president and chief operating officer, worldwide distribution and marketing.

Domestically, the film surpassed the opening day receipts of its predecessor by 44% (last year, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring opened at $18 million). "The Two Towers" drew moviegoers as early as Tuesday night when fans lined up for sold-out midnight showings at 3,622 theaters. The film is the second highest Wednesday opener ever (behind 1999's Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace at $28.5M). Internationally, the film posted a $16 million overall gross, up 45% from last year ("Fellowship" bowed to an $11 million overall opening day internationally). The film is playing on nearly 12,000 screens worldwide, 6,633 screens domestic and 5,000 internationally.

"Seeing increases in major territories speaks to the emerging worldwide phenomenon built around this trilogy," Mittweg said. "This powerful response also illustrates the true universality of Tolkien's themes and the broad reach of Jackson's vision." He adds, "We're astounded at these numbers. For a three-hour film that is central in a trilogy to open this way is energizing and tremendously exciting."

Opening day-and-date in numerous global territories, the film broke all single day records in Denmark, and marked the highest opening day ever in Germany, Austria , Finland, Holland, Switzerland, Belgium, Sweden and Norway. Further, the film posted increases from last year's opening day of "The Fellowship of the Ring" in all territories, up as high as 98% in Belgium.

Opening on Thursday are 6 more territories (including New Zealand, South Korea) and another 6 on Friday (including Mexico).

http://www.comingsoon.net/

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Phantomias Inventar Registriert seit: 19.12.2000 Beiträge: 3.409	The Two Towers Opens with $42 Million Worldwide! Thursday, December 19, 2002 3:07 CST New Line Cinema's The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, the central film in Peter Jackson's epic trilogy, took the global box office by storm on its first day in theaters Wednesday, garnering an estimated $42 million one-day worldwide gross -- $26 million domestic and $16 million international -- up nearly 45% from last year's one day worldwide gross of $29 million. The film broke all single day records in Denmark and opening day records in seven other international territories; it was announced today by Rolf Mittweg New Line Cinema's president and chief operating officer, worldwide distribution and marketing. Domestically, the film surpassed the opening day receipts of its predecessor by 44% (last year, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring opened at $18 million). "The Two Towers" drew moviegoers as early as Tuesday night when fans lined up for sold-out midnight showings at 3,622 theaters. The film is the second highest Wednesday opener ever (behind 1999's Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace at $28.5M). Internationally, the film posted a $16 million overall gross, up 45% from last year ("Fellowship" bowed to an $11 million overall opening day internationally). The film is playing on nearly 12,000 screens worldwide, 6,633 screens domestic and 5,000 internationally. "Seeing increases in major territories speaks to the emerging worldwide phenomenon built around this trilogy," Mittweg said. "This powerful response also illustrates the true universality of Tolkien's themes and the broad reach of Jackson's vision." He adds, "We're astounded at these numbers. For a three-hour film that is central in a trilogy to open this way is energizing and tremendously exciting." Opening day-and-date in numerous global territories, the film broke all single day records in Denmark, and marked the highest opening day ever in Germany, Austria , Finland, Holland, Switzerland, Belgium, Sweden and Norway. Further, the film posted increases from last year's opening day of "The Fellowship of the Ring" in all territories, up as high as 98% in Belgium. Opening on Thursday are 6 more territories (including New Zealand, South Korea) and another 6 on Friday (including Mexico). http://www.comingsoon.net/

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