Following the extraordinary success of the Greta Gerwig-directed Barbie movie featuring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, insiders reveal that plans for a sequel are already underway.
The impressive performance of the blockbuster film, along with the popularity of the cast, has paved the way for the production of a follow-up movie.
Reports suggest that emails have been dispatched to the crew who worked on the initial ‘Barbie’ film, initiating discussions about their involvement in the upcoming sequel. Although details are in their early stages, it seems that producers are keen on retaining the same crew for the sequel.
Barbie has broken several box office records since its release and is on the verge of securing the top position as the highest-grossing film of 2023 in the US. The movie achieved an astounding $155 million in its opening week in the US and recently crossed the $1 billion mark in global box office sales, a milestone achieved by only a handful of films in history.
Barbenheimer madness
The combined success of ‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer,’ collectively known as ‘Barbenheimer,’ has ignited a cultural sensation and has the potential to rejuvenate the struggling movie theater industry. The duo marked the fourth highest-grossing industry weekend in North America, amassing a total of $302 million.
Industry analysts express astonishment at the unprecedented phenomenon. Paul Dergarabedian, senior media analyst at Comscore, acknowledges that the marketing campaign played a significant role in the film’s success. The creative promotion led to the term ‘Barbenheimer’ entering the lexicon, indicating the film’s unique impact.
In a recent interview, Margot Robbie, who not only portrayed the lead role but also produced the movie, shared her anticipation for the film’s triumph. She recalled predicting a billion-dollar achievement to the studios during the greenlight meeting.
As the ‘Barbie’ movie continues to soar, discussions about the sequel are generating excitement among fans and industry professionals alike.
