‘Challengers’ Aces Opening Weekend

"Challengers," the latest offering from MGM, made its mark on the box office charts, raking in an impressive $15 million in its opening weekend – a best for director Luca Guadagnino. Boasting a star-studded cast including Zendaya, Mike Faist and Josh O'Connor, the film has captured the attention of audiences and critics alike.

With an 88 percent Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, "Challengers" has proven to be a crowd pleaser, blending elements of sports and romance into a compelling drama that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The film follows the journey of Tashi Duncan (Zendaya), a former tennis prodigy turned coach, whose unconventional tactics and unapologetic attitude shake up the world of competitive sports. Paired with her husband Art (Faist), a champion facing a losing streak, they find themselves entangled in a complex web of past rivalries and personal ambitions when Art must confront his former best friend (O'Connor) on the court.

Critics have been quick to praise "Challengers" for its thrilling storyline and standout performances. Slate describes it as Guadagnino’s " most entertaining and fastest-paced" film yet, while The Atlantic applauds its triumph over conventional sports dramas, declaring it "far more thrilling and triumphant than a simple tale of someone lifting a trophy." Entertainment Weekly hails the film as "fresh, exhilarating and energetic," dubbing it a “must-see movie of the spring.”

As audiences flock to theaters to experience the intensity and emotion of "Challengers," one thing is clear: this is a film that is not to be missed. With its gripping storyline, stellar performances and visionary direction, "Challengers" promises to be one of the standout hits of the year.

“Challengers” is playing in theaters now and will be available for licensing from Swank soon.