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Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' Rises to $79M Worldwide, Breaking Vampire Film Records

The critically acclaimed horror-drama cements Coogler among the top 50 highest-grossing directors as it enters its second weekend in theaters.

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Overview

  • 'Sinners' has grossed $79 million globally in its first week, with $64 million from domestic markets and $15 million internationally.
  • The film is now among the top 15 highest-grossing vampire movies ever, surpassing the entire 'Underworld' franchise and other genre benchmarks.
  • Ryan Coogler joins the ranks of the top 50 highest-grossing directors worldwide, an exceptional feat with just five films to his name.
  • The movie holds a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score, a 97% audience rating, and an A grade from CinemaScore, highlighting its critical and audience acclaim.
  • Set in 1930s Mississippi, the genre-blending film explores themes of racial oppression and supernatural horror, with Michael B. Jordan in dual roles.