Overview

• Universal and Blumhouse launched the sequel in 3,411 North American theaters, taking the weekend with $26.5 million and reaching $42 million globally.
• International grosses totaled about $15.5 million from 71 territories, led by Mexico ($4.3 million), the U.K. and Ireland (about $1.4 million) and Brazil ($1.2 million).
• The debut edged past the original film’s $23.6 million domestic opening, marking a modest improvement for the franchise.
• Opening-night audiences graded the film a B on CinemaScore, with turnout skewing young at 63% ages 18–34 and roughly 39% Hispanic moviegoers.
• With a reported $30 million production budget, the film’s financial upside will hinge on holding power and the continued international rollout.