Overview

• Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, achieved a $79 million worldwide gross in its first week, surpassing projections and becoming one of the highest-grossing vampire films ever.
• The film has received near-universal acclaim, holding a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score and earning the first-ever A CinemaScore for a horror movie.
• Critics and audiences have praised its cultural authenticity, including its portrayal of Black and Chinese communities in Jim Crow-era Mississippi, with input from cultural consultant Dolly Li.
• Media coverage of the film’s success has sparked debates about racial bias, as some outlets downplayed its achievements compared to similar films by white directors.
• A mid-credits scene hints at expanded storylines, fueling speculation about the development of a Sinners cinematic universe, though no official plans have been confirmed.