Sat Feb 01 13:50:00 IST 2025: ## Sony’s “Kraven the Hunter” Declared a Box Office Flop

**Los Angeles, CA** – Sony’s latest Spider-Man Universe (SSU) installment, “Kraven the Hunter,” is proving to be a major box office disappointment. Despite boasting a star-studded cast including Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ariana DeBose, and Russell Crowe, and a hefty $120 million budget, the film is on track to become the lowest-grossing movie in the franchise.

With a worldwide gross of just $59 million at the time of writing, “Kraven the Hunter” is far from reaching the $100 million mark, a feat achieved by even the less successful SSU films like “Madame Web.” This dramatic underperformance comes amidst growing audience fatigue with the SSU, which focuses on Spider-Man villains without the titular hero.

While the film’s failure is significant, it’s not entirely crippling for Sony. The massive success of the “Venom” trilogy, which raked in over $1.8 billion worldwide, has cushioned the studio against losses from underperforming SSU titles like “Morbius,” “Madame Web,” and now “Kraven.” The “Venom” films’ profitability allowed Sony to absorb these setbacks.

Despite its strong cast and the anticipated appeal of its lead character, “Kraven the Hunter” failed to resonate with critics and audiences alike. The film is now available for digital viewing, signaling the end of its theatrical run. The film’s poor performance raises serious questions about the future of the SSU and its ability to deliver box office returns without the presence of Spider-Man.

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