Amazon Studios achieved its biggest theatrical opening to date with "Project Hail Mary," which earned $80.5 million at the U.S. and Canadian box office during its debut weekend.

The science fiction adventure film stars Ryan Gosling and represents a significant milestone for Amazon's entertainment division as it continues to expand its presence in theatrical releases.

The opening weekend performance surpasses all previous Amazon Studios film debuts, establishing a new benchmark for the streaming giant's movie production arm. The company has been investing heavily in original content across both its Prime Video streaming service and theatrical releases.

"Project Hail Mary" is based on the science fiction novel of the same name, adding to Amazon's growing portfolio of book adaptations and original film content as it competes with other major studios and streaming platforms in the entertainment industry.