The film Les Furies has just reached a major milestone in theaters, surpassing one million dollars at the box office, a remarkable achievement for Quebec cinema. This performance shows that audiences truly show up when a locally rooted story manages to move people.
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In addition to its financial success, the film stands out for its distinctive character. It is the first female-led Quebec sports comedy, a factor that drew a lot of attention right from its release. Between humor, energy, and poignant moments, this inclusive story quickly drew in a wide and diverse audience.
A Tour to Meet the Audience
Since its release, the film’s team has leaned into a people-centric approach by going straight to the viewers. Special screenings were organized in several regions of Quebec, giving team members the chance to introduce the film in person and to engage with audiences after showings.
These gatherings quickly generated strong buzz around the film. This closeness with the audience gave the project an even warmer dimension and helped fill cinema seats across many parts of the province.
In a statement reported by the Journal de Montréal, the screenwriter and actress Gabrielle Côté shared her reaction to the success:
During their tour across Quebec, the team said they sensed an utterly contagious energy: everywhere, audiences were fully embracing Les Furies, with a enthusiasm that made it feel like a genuine “event film.” And now, that feeling has been confirmed in black and white. In a box office dominated by big American releases, seeing the film top the million-dollar mark is, for them, immense pride—almost a gift.
“It’s the most wonderful gift,” she told the Journal de Montréal.
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As a reminder, on December 10, 2025, the film had already surpassed $500,000 at the box office. The team had already expressed their excitement about the project’s success and thanked the public for its valuable support.
“Milestone of 𝗵𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗥 — 50𝟬 𝟬𝟬𝟬 $ at the box office! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who has already come to laugh with us in theaters. Les Furies, the first female-led Quebec sports comedy. Now playing in cinemas across Quebec,” the team declared, clearly proud and overjoyed.
Additionally, to make the roller derby scenes as realistic as possible, several cast members underwent intensive training before filming. In an interview conducted by Cineplex, actress Debbie Lynch-White explained that the team began training months in advance to learn the sport’s basics, such as skating, braking, and falling safely.
A Continuing Box Office Hit
Under the direction of Mélanie Charbonneau, the film brings together a wealth of Quebec cinema talents, including Gabrielle Côté, Anne-Élisabeth Bossé, France Castel, Juliette Gosselin, and Antoine Bertrand.
This success underscores the importance of public support for locally produced cinema and demonstrates that a Quebec film can stand out when it forges a strong connection with audiences.
For those who haven’t seen it yet, Les Furies is still playing in select cinemas across the province and continues to resonate with Quebec audiences.
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