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'Sinners' Dominates Box Office With $61 Million Global Debut

Ryan Coogler's original vampire thriller starring Michael B. Jordan earns critical acclaim and sets a new standard for R-rated horror films.

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Ben Stiller spoke up about the way Sinners' box office numbers were reported.
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Michael B. Jordan portrays twin brothers in Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners.”

Overview

  • The film opened to $45.6 million domestically and $15.4 million internationally, totaling $61 million globally in its first weekend.
  • Critics and audiences have praised 'Sinners,' with a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score and an unprecedented 'A' CinemaScore for an R-rated horror film.
  • Nearly 45% of ticket sales came from premium formats like IMAX, which alone accounted for 20% of the film's revenue.
  • Ryan Coogler negotiated a groundbreaking deal granting him first-dollar gross participation and eventual ownership of the film rights after 25 years.
  • Despite its strong debut, the film faces a high profitability threshold due to its $90 million production budget and significant marketing expenses.