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Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' Defies Expectations With $44M Second Weekend Hold

The original vampire thriller crosses $100M domestically in just nine days, solidifying its success and showcasing market potential for original films.

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Overview

  • Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' earned $44 million in its second weekend, marking a minimal 8% drop from its $48 million debut.
  • The film has surpassed $100 million in domestic box office revenue within nine days of release, matching its $90 million production budget.
  • 'Sinners' continues to dominate the North American box office, outperforming new releases like 'The Accountant 2' and 'Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith.'
  • Coogler's groundbreaking deal with Warner Bros. includes first-dollar gross participation and full ownership of the film after 25 years, a rarity in Hollywood.
  • The film's success highlights audience demand for high-budget original content in an industry dominated by franchise-driven projects.