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Ready Player One performed well at the box office, earning $137.7 million in the United States and Canada and an impressive $469.5 million in other territories, resulting in a global total of $607 million.

The film also surpassed first-day earnings expectations by raking in $12.1 million, including $3.75 million from Wednesday night previews.

Ready Player One debuted at South by Southwest in Austin, Texas, in March 2018 and hit theaters later that month. The film was praised by critics who lauded Spielberg’s masterful direction, impressive visual effects, lively pacing, and commendable performances by Sheridan and Rylance.