'Deadpool 2' Earns Record-Breaking $18.6M in Thursday Night Previews | THR News

Deadpool 2 has set a new record for R-rated movie previews, earning $18.6 million on Thursday night from 3,785 theaters. The film is expected to debut in the $130 to $150 million range, ending Avengers: Infinity War's three-week reign. Ryan Reynolds reprises his role, and the film features Josh Brolin as the antagonist. Two other films, Book Club and Showdogs, also opened this week. The video encourages viewers to share their thoughts on Deadpool 2.

Which movie previously held the record for the highest preview earnings for an R-rated film before Deadpool 2?

• Logan

• Avengers Infinity War

• The First Deadpool

• It (2017)

How many theaters in North America was Deadpool 2 playing in during its release?

• 4,000

• 4,349

• 3,785

• 5,000

What is the name of the character played by Josh Brolin in Deadpool 2?

• Juggernaut

• Wolverine

• Cable

• Thanos

Which film is described as a female-fronted movie released alongside Deadpool 2?

• Wonder Woman

• Book Club

• Show Dogs

• Ocean's 8

What book do the characters in Book Club decide to read?

• The Great Gatsby

• Fifty Shades of Grey

• The Da Vinci Code

• Pride and Prejudice