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Sam Raimi’s Send Help Opens No. 1 With $20 Million, Marking His Biggest Horror Debut

Strong reviews spotlight Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien as coverage turns to Raimi’s ruthless sensibility and an intentionally unsettling finale.

Overview

  • The film topped the weekend box office with an estimated $20 million domestic and $28.1 million worldwide.
  • It is Raimi’s largest opening for a horror title and his first R-rated release in 26 years.
  • Released by Disney’s 20th Century Studios, the movie carries a reported $40 million budget.
  • Critics widely praise the leads and Raimi’s mean streak, with some noting weaker digital effects.
  • Interviews with the cast and producer say the provocative ending was designed to make audiences uncomfortable, fueling post-release discussion.