Variety attributed the film's opening to its poster, which they said is reminiscent of Kindergarten Cop. It grossed a total of $31.9 million in the US and another $8.8 in other territories for worldwide total of $40.7 million, making the film a considerable success against its modest $14 million budget.
Variety credited the film's initial release to its poster, which they compared to Kindergarten Cop. The movie grossed $31.9 million in the US and $8.8 million internationally for a total of $40.7 million, making it a profitable venture despite its modest budget of $14 million.