"Black Case" emerges as most pirated film among Russians in April
Groundbreaking Thriller "The Black Box - Double Game" Becomes Top Booty Among Russian Pirates
Hey there! It's no secret that "The Black Box - Double Game", the exhilarating detective thriller directed by the amazing Steven Soderbergh, has been stealing the show among Russian pirates since April. This juicy nugget of info comes from the "Kinoprokatchik Bulletin", who got their hands on some sweet data from the F6 study. They took a peek at the number of illegal copies of this magnificent movie lurking around on the dark corners of the Russian-speaking internet.
Let's dive into the details, shall we? "The Black Box - Double Game" premiered worldwide on March 14, courtesy of a sharp script penned by David Koepp. This cinematic masterpiece follows our brooding, tough-as-nails protagonist, George Woodhouse – a British intelligence agent whose busy snooping around outed several suspects of treason, even targeting his own wife, Catherine.
Oh boy, does this flick boast an impressive cast! Michael Fassbender, Cate Blanchett, Marisa Abela, Tom Burke, Naomi Harris, Regé-Jean Page, and Pierce Brosnan all lend their considerable talents to the film. As of now, "The Black Box - Double Game" has raked in a whopping $39 million worldwide.
Fancy some more tidbits? Here are the second and third most popular films among pirates: Gareth Evans' hard-hitting, action-packed "Havoc", starring the fearless Tom Hardy, and the sci-fi comedy "Mickey 17" helmed by the genius Bong Joon-ho, with the radiant Robert Pattinson. Other films that managed to snag a spot in the top ten include "North Pole", "Novocaine", "Summer's End", "Lost Lands", "Trap", "Ashes", and "Wish List".
Curious about the piracy scene in 2024? Well, the action-packed film "Beekeeper", featuring none other than the king of badassery, Jason Statham, was the most popular among Russian pirates back then. The most downloaded TV show among pirates was the "Game of Thrones" prequel "House of the Dragon". Moving onto March 2023, "Mickey 17" held the coveted title of the most popular film among pirates.
A Closer Look at Film Piracy
Now, I ain't no expert, but I can tell you this much: films that are in high demand and those that have beefed-up marketing efforts tend to be the prime targets for piracy. Of course, large franchises and movies with global appeal also find themselves in the crosshairs. As for Russia's film market, it's a thriving industry, but specifics about piracy trends would require access to localized data or detailed reports from organizations that track online piracy.
When it comes to the exact titles that were popular in April 2023, I gotta admit, I can't provide a specific list since there's no precise data available. However, during that time, films that emerged as global sensations might have ruled the roost in Russia as well.
For the most reliable information, it's recommended to check out specialist reports or databases that focus on tracking piracy and film popularity in Russia. Till next time!
[1] Source: Some of the top-grossing films in 2025 include titles like Ne Zha 2, A Minecraft Movie, and Captain America: Brave New World. These movies might also be seated on the most pirated throne due to their popularity, but definitive piracy data is needed to confirm this.
For more insights into current films popular in 2025, consider checking reports from organizations like the Russian Federal Service for Supervision of Communications, Information Technology and Mass Media (Roskomnadzor) or international anti-piracy agencies.
- The groundbreaking thriller, "The Black Box - Double Game," has surprisingly found a new life among Russian pirates, overtaking the top spot in their list.
- With the movie "Novocaine" also making an appearance, it seems that the world of pirated entertainment in Russia has a fondness for English-language films.
- Interestingly, the kinoprokatchik bulletin is a valuable source for insights into the preferences of Russian pirates, offering a glimpse into their most coveted movies-and-tv titles.
- As the film industry continues to evolve, it will be intriguing to observe how the popularity of movies and television shows among pirates changes, with new releases and global sensations likely influencing the rankings.
