The latest box office news shows horror and comedy continuing to power movie theaters as June begins. As of Saturday, June 6, “Scary Movie” is tracking for a No. 1 domestic debut while last weekend’s breakout hit “Backrooms” remains a major draw.
Scary Movie Returns With a Strong Start
Paramount and Miramax’s new “Scary Movie” is expected to open around $52.7 million for the weekend after earning about $23.5 million from Thursday previews and Friday sales.
The return of the spoof franchise appears to be benefiting from nostalgia, the Wayans family’s involvement, and the current popularity of horror titles. Earlier weekend tracking had projected a $45 million to $55 million opening.
Backrooms Extends Its Breakout Run
“Backrooms,” released by A24, shocked the industry last weekend with an $81.4 million domestic opening. Its domestic total had reached about $117.1 million by Friday.
The film, based on an internet horror concept and directed by YouTube creator Kane Parsons, has become one of the year’s biggest surprise hits. The movie reportedly cost about $10 million to produce and has drawn a young audience, with most viewers under 35.
Masters of the Universe Faces a Tough Opening
Amazon MGM’s “Masters of the Universe” is opening below “Scary Movie,” with estimates around $31 million for the weekend. The result puts the He-Man revival in a competitive but challenging position, especially given its large production budget and the crowded marketplace.
The weekend also includes continued strength from “Obsession” and interest in “The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act,” adding to a summer box office shaped by younger audiences, online fandoms, and genre films.