Unlike many recent Hollywood releases, it isn’t part of an existing franchise. Despite that, the movie opened to a remarkable around $80 million in North America, easily topping the domestic box office and setting a new yearly benchmark. International ticket sales have been equally strong, helping push its global haul past the $300 million mark.

Industry observers note that positive word-of-mouth and strong critical reviews, including high audience scores, have helped keep the film at No. 1 in its second weekend and driven sustained interest. Its performance has also boosted related sectors; for example, cinema chains saw increased attendance tied to the film’s release.

For Amazon, which has struggled to find consistent box office winners since acquiring MGM, this moment represents a milestone, demonstrating that original, non-franchise blockbusters can still break through in theaters.