Box Office Shocker: ‘Conjuring: Last Rites’ Unleashes $187 Million Global Debut
Box Office Shocker: ‘Conjuring: Last Rites’ Unleashes $187 Million Global Debut
“The Conjuring: Last Rites” has made a terrifyingly impressive splash at the global box office, raking in an estimated $187 million during its opening weekend. This massive haul positions it as the second-biggest global debut for a horror film in history, just shy of 2017’s “It,” which holds the top spot with $190 million.
The latest installment in the popular occult franchise demonstrated significant international appeal, pulling in $104 million from overseas markets. This figure surpasses 2019’s “It: Chapter Two” for the largest overseas horror debut. Domestically, the film added a strong $83 million to its impressive tally. Key international territories contributing to this success include Mexico ($13.3 million), the United Kingdom ($8.8 million), Brazil ($7.7 million), and India ($6.7 million).
Premium large format screens also saw a surge in attendance, with IMAX contributing $14.3 million globally, marking its best September opening ever. Domestically, IMAX screenings alone generated $9.4 million, setting a new opening record for the horror genre on its screens.
Directed by franchise veteran Michael Chaves and starring Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, “The Conjuring: Last Rites” continues the saga of what is already the highest-grossing horror franchise in history. With a modest $55 million production budget, its immediate success makes it a significant win for Warner Bros., bolstering a strong year for the studio that includes recent hits like “A Minecraft Movie,” “Superman,” and “Weapons.”
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