La Bola Negra earns $43.4 million worldwide, leading Spain’s local films in 2026

La Bola Negra has taken $43.4 million worldwide, making it Spain’s highest-grossing local film of 2026 so far.

The film, directed by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi, has earned $41 million in Spain and sold 5.5 million tickets there.

Its story follows three men in different eras, linked by themes of sexuality, desire, pain and inheritance.

The film has also reached No.

10 on Spain’s all-time box-office list, and ranks third among the country’s highest-grossing local films ever.

It is Spain’s official entry for the Oscars and won Best Director at Cannes, giving it attention as awards season begins.

In North America, it has earned $1.2 million after playing at 38 locations over three weekends.

The film opens in France on Dec.

16, while Spain’s box office is pacing 40% ahead of 2025 so far.