How much did Pokémon: The First Movie earn in North America?

Pokémon: The First Movie earned $85.7 million in North America.

Released in the United States in 1999, Pokémon: The First Movie—Mewtwo Strikes Back became a major theatrical success. It opened strongly, earning $10.1 million on its Wednesday debut and $31 million during its first weekend.

The film ultimately made $85.7 million in North America and $77.9 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of about $172.7 million. The North American figure is therefore not the same as either the opening weekend or the worldwide total.

The movie centers on Mewtwo, a genetically engineered Pokémon who challenges the ideas of identity, creation, and friendship. It was the first theatrical Pokémon animated film and helped demonstrate that the franchise could draw audiences beyond television, games, and trading cards.