Why Dua Lipa’s Movie ‘Argylle’ Failed to Impress at the Box Office

Dua Lipa took on a challenging role in the film “Argylle,” and despite disappointing box office results, it’s hoped that she will remain undeterred.

The plot of “Argylle” revolves around an author who inadvertently becomes embroiled in real-life espionage after the release of her latest book.

Despite its star-studded cast including Henry Cavill, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Rockwell, John Cena, Ariana DeBose, Catherine O’Hara, Samuel L. Jackson, and Dua Lipa, “Argylle” failed to attract an audience at the box office.

“Argylle” struggled at the box office in its opening weekend, grossing only $5.6 million in the United States and a projected $16.5 million domestically, reflecting a poor performance for a high-budget film.

The international box office performance fared equally poorly, with an estimated $16.9 million in revenue, underscoring the film’s disappointing financial outcome given its substantial production costs.

Reports indicate that the production budget for “Argylle” amounted to $200 million, with additional significant expenditure on marketing by Apple, positioning it as a major release.

The film’s lackluster performance is partly attributed to unfavorable early reviews, resulting in a modest 37% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, although audiences rated it at 65%.

This setback is particularly significant for Dua Lipa, considering her limited acting experience, with “Argylle” being only her second credited role according to IMDb, aside from her portrayal of Barbie in “Barbie.”

The disappointing box office performance of “Argylle” may have implications for Dua Lipa’s acting career, although her thriving music career will likely offset any potential setbacks.