THE INFORMATION YOU REQUESTED IS ONLY AVAILABLE TO SUBSCRIBERS.

Accessing this information requires a subscription to HollywoodReporter.com.

High expectations for 'Dark Knight'


July 16, 2008 Overwhelmingly positive early reviews and buzz on Heath Ledger's turn as the Joker are producing some potentially batty forecasts for the opening of "The Dark Knight." [...] a couple of other comic book films might offer more meaningful metrics for the Caped Crusader's impending performance. In addition to thousands of venues scheduling 12:01 a.m. showtimes, scores of theaters have programmed the Batman film for 6 a.m. Friday slots and the like.

Subscribe to the Hollywood Reporter and see the entertainment industry from its best angle: the inside looking out. Complete access to real-time news and exclusive analysis that goes behind the scenes from film to television, home video to digital media.

   Subscribe now.

If you're a subscriber log in here

Note:
You must be using a "cookie enabled" browser in order to access the members-only areas. If you have disabled cookie use in your browser, you must enable it before entering your authentication info. For more info click here.

Current Print Subscriber?
Click Here to upgrade your subscription to include online access.

Have a Question?
If you have any questions, please call our Customer Service department at (888) 900-3782 or (323) 525-2113, or email mailbox@hollywoodreporter.com.