AceShowbiz - You, Me & Tuscany, the new romantic comedy released on April 10, 2026, has outperformed its rival rom-com Anyone But You during opening weekend box office results. Starring Halle Bailey as a young woman caught squatting in an Italian villa who pretends to be the owner's fiancée, the film follows her as she falls for the owner's cousin, played by Regé-Jean Page of Bridgerton fame.

This release marks one of the first wide-release romantic comedies to hit theaters since Anyone But You, which debuted in 2023. That earlier film, a modern adaptation of Much Ado About Nothing starring Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney, was a significant box office success, grossing approximately $220 million on a $25 million budget.

According to Deadline, as of Saturday morning, You, Me & Tuscany is projected to earn around $8.3 million over its first three days domestically. This places it at No. 4 on the weekend's box office charts, trailing behind the continuing blockbusters Project Hail Mary (No. 2 in its fourth weekend) and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (No. 1 in its second weekend), as well as A24’s The Drama (No. 3 in its sophomore weekend).

Notably, You, Me & Tuscany has surpassed the opening weekend gross of Anyone But You, which debuted at No. 4 in 2023 with $6 million. The new film’s $8.3 million opening represents roughly half of its estimated $18 million production budget, suggesting it still has room to grow. Industry estimates place the break-even point for You, Me & Tuscany around $45 million domestically.

If the film’s box office trajectory mirrors that of Anyone But You, it could potentially reach a worldwide total exceeding $300 million, though this remains to be seen. The original 2023 rom-com enjoyed a remarkable run, boosted by factors that the new film currently lacks.

The sleeper hit Anyone But You benefited from strong tabloid buzz surrounding rumored off-screen romance between its leads Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney, which helped maintain audience interest. Additionally, its release during the Christmas season contributed to excellent audience retention, with the film’s box office increasing by 45.9% in its second weekend and 11.4% in its third weekend, defying typical post-opening drop-offs.

In contrast, You, Me & Tuscany opened in the lead-up to the summer movie season, a period often dominated by major blockbusters releasing every week or two. Its sophomore weekend will pit it against new competition, including the horror film Lee Cronin’s The Mummy and the Michael Jackson biopic Michael, both expected to draw significant audiences.

Despite these challenges, early critical and audience reception for You, Me & Tuscany suggests promising word-of-mouth potential. The film currently holds a 63% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, which, while moderate, is higher than the 53% rating earned by Anyone But You. More impressively, the audience score for You, Me & Tuscany stands at 93%, surpassing the already strong 87% audience rating for the 2023 rom-com.

This difference in audience approval could help You, Me & Tuscany build momentum over time, potentially improving its box office performance beyond the initial weekend. The film’s blend of romantic comedy with a picturesque Italian setting and charismatic leads offers a fresh take that may resonate well with moviegoers looking for heartfelt entertainment.

Overall, the debut of You, Me & Tuscany highlights the continuing appeal of romantic comedies in theaters, even amidst a competitive landscape dominated by blockbuster franchises and horror releases. Its ability to outgross Anyone But You in opening weekend signals strong interest and sets the stage for a potential breakout hit this year.

As the box office race unfolds, industry watchers will be closely monitoring how You, Me & Tuscany fares in the coming weeks, especially as it faces stiff competition from new releases. Whether it can replicate or even surpass the sustained success of Anyone But You remains to be determined, but early signs point to a promising run fueled by positive audience response and growing word-of-mouth.

This article is based on reporting originally published by ScreenRant.