Marvel's "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" debuted strongly, earning $218 million globally and exceeding expectations.
This impressive opening surpasses even "Superman's" international launch, although "Superman" had a slightly larger global debut.
Other big-budget films like "Superman" and "F1" also achieved significant milestones, surpassing the $500 million mark.
Despite some challenges in certain markets, the success signifies a positive trend for Disney and Marvel Studios.
