"Five Nights at Freddy's" Movie Becomes Box Office Hit; Distinct from Video Game Lore

Horror film adaptation of beloved video game franchise rakes in $80 million in opening weekend, despite criticism for divergent plotline and character changes.

The film adaptation of the popular video game franchise "Five Nights at Freddy's" garnered $80 million in its opening weekend, marking a significant box office success despite alterations from its original lore.
Rather than directly adapting the game's storyline, the movie borrows elements from it, creating an alternate universe with changes in character backstory and motives, notably the protagonist Mike Schmidt and the character Vanessa.
In the game, the animatronics attack out of revenge for the children killed by William Afton and residing within them, but in the movie, their violent behavior is controlled by Afton himself.
Despite negative critical reviews, the movie's success is largely attributed to the built-in fanbase of the game, which became a cultural phenomenon through a series of sequels, spin-offs, and extensive online content.
Considering the strong box office performance and the series' expansive lore, the film is expected to follow suit with sequels, expanding the franchise further.