Blumhouse scored a major win as Scott Derrickson’s Black Phone 2 exceeded box office expectations, opening with $26.5 million domestically and $15.5 million overseas, for a $42 million global launch against a $30 million budget. The film topped the North American box office, outperforming Disney’s Tron: Ares.
Horror Sequel Expands Its Universe
Critics praised the sequel for expanding the Black Phone storyline, and audiences responded with a strong B CinemaScore — considered excellent for horror. Latino moviegoers made up 39% of the opening weekend audience, with Mexico leading international markets at $4.3 million. Ethan Hawke returns as the sinister “Grabber,” with Mason Thames and Madeleine McGraw reprising their roles.
Other Box Office Highlights
Tron: Ares placed second with $11.1 million in its second weekend, suffering a 65% drop and bringing its global total to $103 million — far from recouping its $180 million budget.
Aziz Ansari’s comedy Good Fortune, starring Seth Rogen, Keanu Reeves, Keke Palmer, Sandra Oh and Ansari, debuted in third with $6.2 million domestically despite strong reviews.
Warner Bros.’ One Battle After Another surpassed $100 million internationally, reaching $162.5 million worldwide. Miramax’s Roofman rounded out the top five with $3.7 million in its second weekend.
Angel Studios’ Truth & Treason, the only new nationwide release with an A CinemaScore, opened in sixth with $2.7 million. Luca Guadagnino’s After the Hunt expanded nationwide, earning $1.6 million but receiving a C- CinemaScore.
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