3D movie revenues hit all-time low in US, ‘The Wolverine’ is ‘worst yet’

The revenue for 3D movies has hit a record low in the US.

Recent releases The Wolverine and Turbo performed the worst yet for 3D animated and action movies.

“3D showings of Turbo accounted for just 25% of its total box office, which represents the format’s worst showing yet. The Wolverine fared only slightly better, with 3D screenings contributing 30% of its $53.1 million opening weekend,” according to a report by The Wrap.

“That represents a new low point for 3D action releases. Both breakdowns were substantially worse than this summer’s previous worst showings for 3D, when only 31% of Monsters University‘s $82 million debut came from 3D screenings, while roughly 34% of World War Z‘s $66 million bow came from the format.”

Despite this, the revenue for 3D films is incredibly popular in some other countries.

The report added that 3D films continue to bring in “80% to 90% of a film’s box office take in places like Russia and China”.