Top 5 Comic Book Movies of 2022 Ranked: We have witnessed a decent amount of big budget superhero films this year. Most of the movies have failed to meet the expectation of the masses. However, these films have managed to make tons & tons of money at the box office. So, here we have ranked the top superhero movies of 2022 which are based on comic books. Do give this article a read and tell us which amongst these 5 films is your favorite.
Top 5 Comic Book Movies of 2022 Ranked
The Batman
The Batman is one of the most liked movies of 2022. It was appreciated by both the critics and the masses. The Matt Reeves’ directed action thriller film was released in the 1st half of 2022. It almost set the trends for theaters after long and interpreted theatrical breaks. In this film Robert Pattinson brilliantly portrayed the character of Batman. Initially people were very critical about Pattinson’s potential to play an iconic and intense character like Batman. Matt Reeves’ wasn’t like Nolan’s trilogy or other Batman adaptations, Reeves created his own universe and sticked to the basic storyline. In this movie Batman wasn’t shown as an over the top superhero. Instead he was portrayed as a vigilante detective who seeks to save Gotham City from coronation and injustice. The Batman is estimated to be made on a Budget of 200 Million Dollars. And film made more than 770 Million Dollars at the Box Office.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was one of the most anticipated films of the year. After the unfortunate demise of Chadwick Boseman people were very excited about Black Panther and its continuity. However, the recently released Black Panther movie has received positive reviews. ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ isn’t a perfect film but has all the ingredients to become a blockbuster. The film pays a great tribute to Chadwick Boseman aka Black Panther. The movie is an emotional ride with a few great action & set pieces that will mesmerize you. The Ryan Coogler directed Marvel movie has become the biggest weekend grosser of 2022.
Black Adam
DC’s Black Adam is highly marketed and promoted as a game changer venture for the DC Universe. The marketing and promotion was also amped up by Hollywood’s most electrifying actor Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson. However, the film barely met the expectations and hype it had created. Many fans criticized DC for toning down Black Adam’s character. It’s not that the movie was bad but it can’t be paralleled with the unreal hype that was created before the release of the movie. Dwayne Johnson’s movie had many highs. But more than the movie, fans will remember the film’s climax and cliff hanger. It would be exciting how the DC Universe will merge the storyline of two of the most powerful superheroes of DC Comics.
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Marvel’s Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness can be termed as a stepping stone in MCU’s storyline on the big screen. The Marvel film had polarizing views amongst the audiences. Where some Marvel fans considered the superhero movie as a refreshing and unique venture. While few fans had felt that the film was too experimental and lost its plot completely. The Sam Raimi directed movie had great performances by Benedict Cumberbatch and Elizabeth Olsen. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness made more than 950 Million Dollars at the box office, making it one of the biggest hits of 2022.
Thor: Love and Thunder
Over a period of time MCU characters have created their own legacy. This is the reason that their movies gather attention and hype just by dropping a motion poster or teaser. The same was the scenario with Chris Hemsworth’s much awaited 2022 movie ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’. However, the movie failed to match the hype and expectations created around it. The Taika Waititi directed superhero film lost its plot and storyline midway. This is the reason that even hardcore Marvel fans were left disappointed with this mega venture. Thor: Love and Thunder is believed to be made on a huge budget of 250 Million Dollars. Even with mixed reviews the movie was able to make more than 750 Million Dollars at the box office.
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