Elizabeth Holmes Documentary Scores Thousands of Sellout Showings on Opening Weekend

The documentary "You Can See Everything," which delves into the story of former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes, achieved significant success during its opening weekend across North America. The film grossed $15 million from only 855 screens, with over 2,000 showings selling out.

The film's success, directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, is particularly noteworthy given its limited release. It marked the biggest opening for a film playing on fewer than 1,000 screens since "Borat" in 2006 and the largest opening for a non-music documentary in two decades. Production costs are estimated to be under $7 million, with marketing expenses below $10 million.

The film follows Holmes and her family in her final days before reporting to federal prison. It reportedly resonated strongly with a younger audience, with over 70% of the opening weekend crowd being under 35.

The documentary's unexpected box office performance is partly attributed to director Nathan Fielder's draw and social media influence, combined with the inherent drama of Elizabeth Holmes's story. "You Can See Everything" also garnered strong critical reviews, achieving a 99% score on Rotten Tomatoes and 99 on Metacritic.