From PC World: “The Interview,” which is already linked to a massive corporate hack, a U.S.-North Korea spat and an outcry over censorship, now has another claim to fame: it’s the most successful online film in Sony Pictures’ history.
Available to stream and download since Wednesday via websites and platforms from various companies, including Sony, Google and Microsoft, “The Interview” generated over US$15 million in online rentals and sales through Saturday, according to the studio.
The controversial comedy about an assassination plot against North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was rented or bought 2 million times online during those four days. It costs $5.99 to rent and $14.99 to buy. Apple began offering it via iTunes on Sunday.
The movie also opened in limited release on Christmas Day in movie theaters, where it has grossed about $3 million, according to published reports.
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