Brave New World" is on course to meet pre-release projections for its opening weekend after earning $40 million at the box office on Friday from 4,105 theaters. But while current estimates for its domestic launch stand at $82 million over three days and $94 million over four,

It remains to be seen how much a B- CinemaScore from audiences - the worst grade bestowed any title in the Marvel Cinematic Universe - is impacting the tentpole.

Marvel Studios’ latest adventure and the fourth solo Cap movie, “ Captain America: Brave New World ,” is opening in theaters this weekend and has made $12 million in Thursday previews at the box office.