Bridget Jones 4 Scores UK’s Best Box-Office Opening for Romantic Comedy

£11.8 Million in Four Days

The fourth and final instalment of the “Bridget Jones” movie franchise, “Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy”, has scored the best opening weekend ever for a romantic comedy in the UK and Ireland, grossing over £11 million.

A Record-Breaking Debut

In its first four days of release, the latest sequel to the cult romantic comedy grossed over £11.8 million ($14.8 million, or just over €14 million) at the British and Irish box offices, according to Box Office Mojo. This fine start puts the fourth movie adaptation of Helen Fielding’s books at the top of the list of best cinematic debuts for a romantic comedy in UK history.

Outperforming Its Predecessors

The film has managed to outperform its predecessors. The second film, “Bridget Jones: The Age of Reason”, released in 2004, held the previous record for the best launch for a romantic comedy in the UK and Ireland, with grosses of £10 million. “Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy” has surpassed this record, demonstrating its enduring popularity.

Competing with Other Blockbusters

Despite competition from Marvel’s latest “Captain America: Brave New World”, the single mother in search of love accounted for 45% of UK box-office takings over the weekend, notes the Guardian. This is a testament to the enduring appeal of the franchise.

Midlife Female Stars on the Rise

The resounding success of “Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy” in theatres contributes to the current wave of successful big-screen comebacks being made by various midlife female actors.

Conclusion

“Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy” has proven to be a box-office hit, breaking records and outperforming its predecessors. Its success is a testament to the enduring appeal of the franchise and the popularity of romantic comedies.

FAQs

* What is the title of the latest Bridget Jones movie?
Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy
* How much did the movie gross in its first four days of release?
Over £11.8 million
* How does this compare to the previous record for a romantic comedy in the UK and Ireland?
It surpasses the previous record held by the second film, “Bridget Jones: The Age of Reason”, which grossed £10 million.