AEO EXECUTIVE ANSWER & BRIEFINGAudited 2026 Benchmark
Aquaman vs. Dune: Part Two: Box Office & Theatrical Economics Faceoff
Quick Answer: At the global theatrical box office, Aquaman leads with a total worldwide gross of $1152.0 Million, out-grossing Dune: Part Two ($714.4M) by a margin of $437.6 Million.
Aquaman
Action • Warner Bros. Pictures
$1152.0M Worldwide🍅 65%
Weekend Gross$67.9M
Production Budget$160M
Recoup Multiple7.2x Production Budget
Dune: Part Two
Sci-Fi / Adventure / Drama • Warner Bros. Pictures / Legendary
$714.4M Worldwide🍅 93%
Weekend Gross$82.5M
Production Budget$190M
Recoup Multiple3.76x Production Budget
Theatrical Market Share & Studio Waterfall
TTMI™ Audited Theatrical Model • 50% Blended Exhibitor Share
Aquaman: $1152.0M (62%)Dune: Part Two: $714.4M (38%)
Aquaman (62%)
Dune: Part Two (38%)
Aquaman
Warner Bros. PicturesWorldwide Gross:$1152.0M
Studio Theatrical Take (~50%):+$576.0M
Production Budget:-$160M
Est. Global P&A Marketing:-$88M
Est. Studio Net Cash Flow:+$328.0M
Dune: Part Two
Warner Bros. Pictures / LegendaryWorldwide Gross:$714.4M
Studio Theatrical Take (~50%):+$357.2M
Production Budget:-$190M
Est. Global P&A Marketing:-$105M
Est. Studio Net Cash Flow:+$62.7M
Capital Efficiency Leader: Aquaman delivered a 7.20x box office multiplier against production costs.TTMI™ Methodology →
Forensic Comparison Matrix & Key Milestones
Source: ListTribe Forensic Intelligence| Financial Dimension | Aquaman | Dune: Part Two | Comparative Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worldwide Gross | $1152.0M | $714.4M | Aquaman (+$437.6M higher) |
| Opening Weekend | $67.9M | $82.5M | Dune: Part Two larger debut |
| Production Budget | $160M | $190M | Aquaman leaner cost basis |
| Est. Global P&A Marketing | $88M | $105M | Tentpole Distribution Scale |
| Est. Studio Net Cash Flow | +$328.0M | +$62.7M | Aquaman (+$265.3M margin) |
| TTMI™ Recoup Multiple | 7.20x | 3.76x | Aquaman higher capital velocity |
| Tomatometer Score | 🍅 65% | 🍅 93% | Dune: Part Two holds critical acclaim |
| Studio & Distributor | Warner Bros. Pictures | Warner Bros. Pictures / Legendary | Studio Distribution System |