Overview

• Weapons holds a 96% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes alongside an A- CinemaScore from opening-day audiences.
• Box office projections estimate a $25–38 million domestic debut, positioning the film as a summer horror contender.
• Reviews highlight its multi-POV narrative structure inspired by Magnolia alongside its balance of horror with darkly comedic moments.
• Following a high-profile bidding war, Cregger secured final-cut approval for his second feature after breakout success with Barbarian.
• The marketing campaign included a viral ARG followed by teasers that built anticipation leading into the August 8 theatrical release.