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Rotten Tomatoes isn’t the only platform where the movie seems to be overlooked. Apple’s digital assistant also omits the film from its rankings. According to Box Office Mojo, Reagan is still being shown in over 1,800 theaters nationwide and recently raked in $1.7 million over the weekend, bringing its total earnings to $26.5 million—surpassing the movie’s $25 million production budget.
The stark contrast between critics and audience reception is noteworthy. On Rotten Tomatoes, only 17% of film critics have rated the movie favorably. This is a significant divergence from the 98% positive audience score, creating an 81-point gap. In fact, this divide is reportedly the largest ever on the platform, eclipsing previous records, such as The Boondock Saints, which had a 65-point discrepancy.
This discrepancy has raised questions about whether political motivations are influencing the way Reagan is being treated online. Some conservatives believe the left is working to suppress the film’s exposure because it may help Republican candidates, including Donald Trump, ahead of the November general elections.
The film’s marketing campaign has also encountered issues, notably on Facebook. Last month, Dennis Quaid revealed during an appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast that Facebook had refused to allow ads for Reagan on its platform. “Censorship is happening to us through Facebook,” Quaid stated. He further explained that the platform banned advertising for the movie, claiming it violated their policies. Facebook allegedly viewed the content of the film as an attempt to influence an election.
Quaid found this reasoning baffling, pointing out the absurdity of linking the film to contemporary elections. “I mean the last time I heard, you know, Reagan was on the ballot 40 years ago,” Quaid joked, referring to the former president’s 1984 re-election campaign.
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In response to backlash, a Facebook spokesperson later clarified that the company had mistakenly rejected the ads due to automated systems incorrectly flagging the content. In a written statement, Facebook admitted, “This was a mistake and the restriction on the ads has been lifted.” The platform confirmed that there were no restrictions that would prevent the film’s page from posting moving forward.
Despite these challenges, Reagan continues to triumph, much like the figure it portrays. The film’s message of freedom, perseverance, and hope seems to resonate with audiences, even in the face of pushback from powerful platforms.
For many conservatives, this situation raises concerns about the future of free speech and the role of Big Tech in shaping the public’s access to media. If a movie about a president who stood for American ideals can face such hurdles, what other voices might be silenced in the future?
As Reagan continues to perform well in theaters, it’s clear that audience support remains strong, despite efforts that some argue are aimed at suppressing its message. Just like Ronald Reagan himself, the film embodies the spirit of overcoming adversity in the pursuit of a greater cause.
