'The Avengers' Smashes NZ Opening Day Record

Much as the Hulk would smash his puny adversaries, Marvel’s The Avengers has smashed the New Zealand box office on its opening day of release with a record breaking $1,019,844 million. The result puts the film at the number one position of all time openings, surpassing the current holder Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part II ($975,109).

The opening makes The Avengers the biggest opening day in New Zealand history, no doubt helped by opening on a public holiday - ANZAC day.

John Cracknell, senior vice president & managing director The Walt Disney Company, Australia and New Zealand, enthuses: “The most anticipated blockbuster for the year Marvel’s The Avengers has really lit up the box office with this stunning opening – Disney and Marvel’s biggest yet in New Zealand. The Avengers is testament to fabulous storytelling combined with a blockbuster cast and world-renowned director - this superhero epic is a must-see for all New Zealand fans and film lovers!”

The film will open in USA on May 4.

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