Horror Film ‘Weapons’ Dominates Box Office with $18.2M Opening, ‘Freakier Friday’ Strong Second
Horror Film ‘Weapons’ Dominates Box Office with $18.2M Opening, ‘Freakier Friday’ Strong Second
The new horror film “Weapons” has dramatically exceeded expectations, claiming the top spot at the weekend box office with an impressive $18.2 million from its Friday and preview screenings. This strong opening positions the Warner Bros. and New Line release well above its initial projections, demonstrating significant early success for the R-rated original.
Directed by Zach Cregger, “Weapons” has not only garnered critical acclaim but also secured an encouraging “A-” grade from CinemaScore, a rare achievement for the horror genre. With a production budget of $38 million, its immediate impact suggests another hit for Cregger, following his success with “Barbarian.”
Coming in second, Disney’s comedy sequel “Freakier Friday” also delivered a robust performance, earning $12.7 million across Friday and previews. Reuniting Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis, the film boasts positive reviews and an “A” CinemaScore, indicating a promising run through the remainder of the summer movie season.
Rounding out the top five, “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” continues its third-weekend struggle, while “The Bad Guys 2” and “The Naked Gun” hold steady. Angel Studios’ “Sketch” also debuted this weekend, landing in tenth place.
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