Movie Information
Domestic Total: 449.13K
Opening Weekend: 270.62K
Legs: 1.66
Overview: An unprecedented, behind-the-scenes glimpse at the man who built the inimitable empire of comedy, shaping television and culture for generations. The documentary features exclusive footage, archival treasures, and candid interviews with the show’s most iconic cast members and writers including Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph, John Mulaney, Andy Samberg, Conan O’Brien, Chris Rock and many more.
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Daily Table
| Date | Revenue | % YD | Theaters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Apr 17, 2026 | $105,395 | + 0.00% | 414 |
| Sat, Apr 18, 2026 | $104,930 | -0.44% | 414 |
| Sun, Apr 19, 2026 | $60,295 | -42.54% | 414 |
| Mon, Apr 20, 2026 | $25,495 | -57.72% | 414 |
| Tue, Apr 21, 2026 | $27,455 | + 7.69% | 414 |
| Wed, Apr 22, 2026 | $21,530 | -21.58% | 414 |
| Thu, Apr 23, 2026 | $11,335 | -47.35% | 414 |
| Fri, Apr 24, 2026 | $6,445 | -43.14% | 248 |
| Sat, Apr 25, 2026 | $58,150 | + 802.25% | 248 |
| Sun, Apr 26, 2026 | $10,085 | -82.66% | 248 |
| Mon, Apr 27, 2026 | $4,160 | -58.75% | 248 |
| Tue, Apr 28, 2026 | $5,490 | + 31.97% | 248 |
| Wed, Apr 29, 2026 | $5,280 | -3.83% | 248 |
| Thu, Apr 30, 2026 | $3,090 | -41.48% | 248 |
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Lorne Michaels | Self |
| Tina Fey | Self |
| Maya Rudolph | Self |
| John Mulaney | Self |
| Andy Samberg | Self |
| Conan O'Brien | Self |
| Chris Rock | Self |
| Mike Myers | Self |
| Colin Jost | Self |
| Sarah Sherman | Self |
| Steve Martin | Self |
| Paul Simon | Self |
| Kristen Wiig | Self |
| Seth Meyers | Self |
| Bill Hader | Self |
| Michael Che | Self |
| Steve Higgins | Self |
| Jimmy Fallon | Self |
| Kenan Thompson | Self |
| Chris Parnell | Narrator |
| Chevy Chase | Self |
| Robert Smigel | Lorne (voice) |
| Jim Downey | Irwin Segelstein (voice) |
Comps
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| Title | Release Date | Budget |
|---|---|---|
| Marianne & Leonard: Words of Love | Jul 5, 2019 | $0 |
| The B-Side: Elsa Dorfman's Portrait Photography | Jun 30, 2017 | $0 |
| One Child Nation | Mar 29, 2019 | $0 |
| Beba | Jun 24, 2022 | $0 |
| Gleason | Jul 30, 2016 | $0 |
| Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent | Jul 29, 2016 | $0 |
| The Kingmaker | Nov 8, 2019 | $0 |
| Whitney | Jul 5, 2018 | $0 |
Profitability Breakdown
Domestic
Week 1: $356.44K
Week 2: $92.7K
Investor Share: $50.99K
Week 3+: $0.00
Investor Share: $0.00
International
$N/A (0.00%)
Investor Share: $N/A
Costs
Budget: $N/A
P&A: $N/A
Breakdown
Gross: $449.13K
Net: $264.85K
Costs: $0.00
Profit
Profit: $264.85K
The profitability breakdown is based on Dan Murrell's YouTube videos (Dan Murrell is not affiliated with Reel Numbers). The breakdown only includes the theatrical release and does not account for any post-theatrical revenue streams such as streaming, home video, or merchandise sales. Additionally, the breakdown does not include any tax incentives, sponsorships, or product placement that may have occurred during production.
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