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The Conjuring: Last Rites Sets Horror Record With $194 Million Global Opening

A $110 million overseas launch plus an $84 million domestic debut turn the $55 million film into an immediate winner.

Overview

  • Variety raised the weekend estimate to $194 million worldwide, eclipsing the $190 million benchmark set by 2017’s It after earlier reports cited $187 million.
  • The release posted $110 million internationally and $84 million domestically, securing the largest overseas opening for a horror title and the genre’s No. 3 domestic debut.
  • The film delivered a franchise-best start for the Conjuring series and extended Warner Bros.’ streak to seven consecutive openings above $40 million.
  • In India, it grossed about Rs. 60.4 crore across 2,130 screens, the biggest opening weekend ever for a Hollywood horror release in the market.
  • Positioned as the Warrens’ final mainline chapter, the movie carries mixed critical notices around 56% on Rotten Tomatoes, yet audience turnout underscores the franchise’s ongoing commercial strength.