Pakistan, July 28 -- Marvel Studios finally scored a major win as 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' launched to a global opening of $218 million.

According to a report by Variety, the film earned $118 million at the US box office and $100 million overseas in the opening weekend.

The film, released on July 25, earned a whopping $24.4 million in previews, surpassing the previous high of $22.5 million set by 'Superman.'

The 'Fantastic Four: First Steps' weekend opening is almost on par with 'Superman,' which earned $220 million in its opening weekend.

Industry analysts had projected the Marvel title to generate around $125 million at the US box office after it grossed $57 million on the opening day.

The film's smashing numbers in the openin...