Celine Song’s Materialists hit theaters on June 13, 2025, and it’s already making waves, snagging the third-biggest opening weekend ever for A24 with a cool $12 million in North America. Starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal, this romantic comedy-drama has fans and critics buzzing with its fresh, heartfelt take on love. Even with some heavy hitters at the box office, Materialists is holding its own. Here’s why the trailer and its opening weekend have everyone talking.
The Materialists trailer gives off major rom-com vibes with a classy twist, set in the shiny world of New York City’s dating scene. It follows a matchmaker (Dakota Johnson) torn between a dreamy new guy (Pedro Pascal) and her messy but charming ex (Chris Evans). Directed by Celine Song, who wowed us with Past Lives, the trailer teases sharp banter, real emotions, and some serious sparks between the leads, all wrapped in that sleek A24 style we love.
The film rolled out in 2,844 theaters, pulling in $5.1 million on day one, including $1.5 million from Thursday previews—A24’s second-best Friday opening, just behind Civil War’s $10.8 million. By Sunday, it hit $12 million domestically, only trailing Hereditary ($13.6 million) and Civil War in A24’s record books. It also added $3.5 million from 11 overseas markets, like $1.5 million in Australia, for a global total of $15.5 million.
Critics are all in, giving it an 87% on Rotten Tomatoes from 140 reviews, raving about the stellar cast and Song’s knack for digging into modern relationships. The audience vibe is a bit mixed, though, with a B- CinemaScore, which might make it tougher to keep up with summer blockbusters like How to Train Your Dragon. Still, with Johnson, Evans, and Pascal bringing their A-game, the film’s got a shot at staying hot at the box office.
It’s not all smooth sailing—Materialists landed at #3 amid a packed summer lineup, and the so-so audience response could slow its roll. But with A24’s smart budgeting and the star power of its leads, it’s off to a promising start. The trailer’s mix of wit, heart, and romance has clearly hooked viewers, making this a fun one to catch in theaters. Grab tickets on BookMyShow or your local listings, and don’t miss A24’s latest crowd-pleaser!
Source: Koimoi