“The Interview” opened nationwide in 300 theaters Christmas Day. Moviegoers who flocked to see the picture apparently were more interested in the world drama the film produced than the movie itself.
Some who saw "The Interview" in New York City told local media they felt it was their "patriotic duty" to do so - the Seth Rogen - James Franco film pokes fun at North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Sony originally canceled the premiere after a hack attack and terrorist threats against U.S. theaters.
Hudson Movieplex 8 manager Marta Wilkinson told The Daily Mail that the 4:15 p.m. Christmas Day showing was well attended, and the theater “was probably three quarters full.”
"The Interview" was also shown at the Movieplex in North Adams, Mass. and Orpheum Theatre in Saugerties.
