2. LOSER: Raunchy Comedy
Given the huge success of its predecessor, Neighbors 2 was expected to be a huge comedy hit with a female-centric plot. Instead, the film took just over $100 million, a comedown given its higher budget and more expectations. It wasn’t alone in disappointment as Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates, expected to be a big comedy winner, only did about $65 million, barely over its budget and marketing. Bad Moms did a bit better with $107 million but given its star power of Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell and others, it was expected to have a higher take. Worst is War Dogs as the nutty military-themed comedy has only raked in $20 million despite Jonah Hill’s star power. It’s rare to have a summer where raunchy comedy movies fail to make a huge impact but this year was it.
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