In an interview, Ryan Gosling recently shared his thoughts on the lack of a sequel for the 2016 action-comedy “The Nice Guys.” According to Gosling, the fate of a sequel often hinges on a film’s performance during its opening weekend, and unfortunately for “The Nice Guys,” it faced formidable competition.
Gosling explained that the movie’s release coincided with the premiere of “The Angry Birds Movie,” which dominated the box office and overshadowed the debut of “The Nice Guys.” With other major releases like “Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising” and “Captain America: Civil War” also vying for audiences’ attention, “The Nice Guys” faced an uphill battle from the start.
Despite its talented cast, including Gosling, Russell Crowe, and Angourie Rice, “The Nice Guys” struggled to attract audiences during its opening weekend. While the film received positive reviews for its humor and nostalgic 1970s setting, it failed to translate critical acclaim into box office success.
Ultimately, “The Nice Guys” fell short financially, grossing an estimated $62 million worldwide against a $50 million budget. While it wasn’t a box office disaster, the film’s performance didn’t meet expectations, leading to doubts about the feasibility of a sequel.
Set in 1970s Los Angeles, “The Nice Guys” follows private eye Holland March (Gosling) and hired enforcer Jackson Healy (Crowe) as they team up to investigate the disappearance of a young girl. Despite its engaging premise and charismatic performances, the film’s lackluster box office performance has left fans wondering if they’ll ever get to see a sequel.
