Overview
- Friday delivered $29.8 million from 3,412 theaters, including $7.2 million in Thursday previews, putting the weekend at roughly $56.5–$56.6 million.
- The opening beat tracking that pegged a $35–$40 million start and marked the biggest post‑Thanksgiving debut on record.
- Reception showed a stark split, with a roughly 13% Rotten Tomatoes critics score, strong audience marks, and a B CinemaScore.
- The sequel’s reported production budget is $36 million, though some outlets cite figures as high as $51 million.
- Producers and cast have said a third film hinges on ticket sales, and the early box‑office turnout strengthens the case for moving forward.