Holmes Doc 'You Can See Everything' Tops $15M, Ranks Second Behind 'Street Fighter'
The documentary 'You Can See Everything' earned $15 million in its opening weekend, ranking second behind 'Street Fighter' and becoming the second-highest-grossing non-music documentary in history. The film, co-directed by Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim, chronicles Elizabeth Holmes’s final days before prison and features her husband Billy Evans. It achieved over 2,000 sold-out screenings and a 99% Rotten Tomatoes score, driven by word-of-mouth and a young audience. The release marks a significant turnaround for A24, which had faced financial struggles earlier in 2026.
Key points
- The film grossed $15 million from 855 screens, ranking second behind 'Street Fighter' which earned $31 million.
- It is the second-highest-grossing non-music documentary in history and the largest debut for such a film in over 20 years.
- The documentary features Elizabeth Holmes and her husband Billy Evans, with Holmes currently incarcerated at Federal Prison Camp Bryan.
- A24’s success with the film signals a turnaround after financial struggles earlier in 2026.
- The film achieved over 2,000 sold-out screenings and a 99% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with 70% of viewers under 35.
Background
A24 had faced financial struggles earlier in 2026, making this release a significant turnaround. The documentary leverages enduring public interest in Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes, who was convicted of fraud and is currently serving a sentence at Federal Prison Camp Bryan. The film’s unique structure, blending intimate observation with a two-year time jump, has sparked debate about truth and perception in documentary filmmaking.
How outlets are covering it
The Independent and AP News emphasize the film’s box office success and its ranking second behind 'Street Fighter.' CNN highlights the documentary’s status as one of the biggest releases in decades. The Hollywood Reporter provides deeper context on the film’s production, including A24’s involvement and the legal implications of Holmes’s potential earnings. All sources agree on the $15 million figure and the film’s cultural impact, but differ in emphasis: The Independent and AP focus on box office metrics, while The Hollywood Reporter explores the narrative and production details.
Why it matters
The success of 'You Can See Everything' signals a shift in audience interest toward documentaries that critically examine Silicon Valley figures and high-profile legal cases. It also marks a financial turnaround for A24, which had faced challenges earlier in 2026. The film’s strong word-of-mouth and young audience suggest a growing appetite for complex, real-life narratives in mainstream cinema.
What to watch
The film will expand to a wide release, and A24 may leverage its success for future projects. Elizabeth Holmes is expected to be released in 2030, potentially allowing for a sequel. The documentary’s cultural impact may influence future projects involving high-profile figures and legal cases.
- ‘You Can See Everything’ Box Office: Elizabeth Holmes documentary stuns with $15M debut The Independent
- ‘You Can See Everything’ becomes one of the biggest documentary releases in decades CNN
- The Reporter Who Exposed Elizabeth Holmes on Nathan Fielder’s Documentary The New York Times
- Box Office: Elizabeth Holmes movie ‘You Can See Everything’ is now a hit in theaters too AP News
- Six Key Points That Explain ‘You Can See Everything’ The Hollywood Reporter
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