Jason Statham’s shark thriller, Meg 2: The Trench, has had a rocky journey from the big screen to digital platforms. Despite a dismal 29% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, the film managed to rake in $377.1 million worldwide. Now, as the movie transitions to home release, fans are eager to know when it will be available for streaming.
By Julian James
A Disastrous Theatrical Run
Meg 2: The Trench was released this summer as a follow-up to the 2018 hit shark blockbuster. The movie was met with poor reviews, garnering a B- CinemaScore from general audiences. Despite the negative reception, it still managed to bring in $377.1 million worldwide, although this was far from a runaway success considering its $185 million production budget and an estimated $65 to $100 million in marketing costs.
Digital Release and Upcoming Physical Release
The film was released for digital purchase on August 25, just 21 days after its theatrical debut. Warner Bros. has confirmed that Meg 2 will be available on Blu-ray, DVD, and 4K Ultra HD on October 24. This suggests that the movie’s streaming debut on Warner Bros.’ own service, Max, is likely still over a month away.
Comparing Release Timelines
Warner Bros. movies usually have a streaming release ranging from 45 to 70 days after their theatrical debut. For example, “The Batman” took 45 days, and “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore” also took 45 days. If Meg 2 follows this trend, it could arrive on Max in early November. However, there’s a possibility that Warner Bros. might break this trend for Meg 2, potentially releasing it in early-to-mid October.
Financial Stakes and Future Prospects
With a box office run that only brought in an average of $377.1 million, Warner Bros. will be hoping to recoup as much as possible from digital and physical sales. The studio will only take home around half of the box office earnings, making the digital and physical sales crucial for making back the money spent on production and marketing.
Meg 2: The Trench’s journey from the big screen to home release has been anything but smooth. Despite its poor critical reception, the film’s upcoming digital and physical releases could provide a much-needed financial boost for Warner Bros. As fans await the movie’s streaming debut, the question remains: Will Meg 2 find redemption in the digital waters, or will it continue to flounder?