Ryan Gosling’s says Angry Birds killed Nice Guys 2 — we have proof he's wrong
Ryan Gosling attributes the lack of a sequel to The Nice Guys to the release of The Angry Birds Movie, which he claims overshadowed it. However, industry experts suggest that other factors, including competition from another film, Neighbors 2, played a more significant role. Despite its initial box office performance, The Nice Guys has since gained a cult following, raising hopes for a potential sequel.
- ▪Ryan Gosling believes The Angry Birds Movie negatively impacted The Nice Guys' box office performance.
- ▪The Nice Guys made over $62 million overall, but it was considered a loss for Warner Bros. due to its $50 million budget.
- ▪Experts indicate that the competition from Neighbors 2 was a more significant factor in The Nice Guys' performance than The Angry Birds Movie.
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