Overview
- Edgar Wright’s adaptation of Stephen King’s 1982 novel debuted second in the U.S. with about $16.5 million and roughly $28 million globally.
- Critical response is split, with a Rotten Tomatoes critics score near 65% and reviews praising set pieces while questioning tone and the conclusion.
- Box office analyses cite stiff competition, a reported $110 million budget, unclear marketing and Paramount’s corporate reshuffle as key headwinds.
- Original 1987 screenwriter Steven E. de Souza said the new ending reads well but appears to stumble in execution, echoing a recurring critical note.
- Coverage is weighing what the stumble means for Glen Powell’s leading‑man trajectory, even as the film aims to distinguish itself as a book‑faithful re‑adaptation.