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Ryan Coogler’s 'Sinners' Opens Strong with $61 Million Global Debut

The original vampire thriller achieves the biggest opening for an original film since 2019, but faces high financial stakes due to its $90 million production cost.

Ben Stiller spoke up about the way Sinners' box office numbers were reported.
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Overview

  • Sinners’ topped the North American box office with $45.6 million and earned $15.4 million internationally, bringing its global opening weekend total to $61 million.
  • The film holds a rare 'A' CinemaScore and a 98% Rotten Tomatoes rating, reflecting strong critical and audience acclaim.
  • Premium-format screenings, including IMAX, accounted for 45% of ticket sales, underscoring the film’s appeal as a theatrical event.
  • Warner Bros. granted Ryan Coogler a rare deal, including first-dollar gross participation and rights reversion after 25 years, highlighting his industry leverage.
  • Despite its success, ‘Sinners’ must surpass $200 million globally to break even, given its $90 million production budget and substantial marketing costs.