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Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’ Leads Box Office with Strong Opening

Ryan Coogler's horror film ‘Sinners’ defies trends, earning $45.6 million in its debut, surpassing expectations and leading the box office this weekend.

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The success of “Sinners” is encouraging for the horror genre, which was most successful in 2017, when “It” and “Get Out” were released, according to Dergarabedian.
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Word of mouth and positive critical reactions helped drive traffic in Europe, and the hope is curiosity continues to spin turnstiles, particularly given the strength of the domestic scores.
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But the strong opening for “Sinners,” which should be sustained in the coming weeks given the strong word of mouth, cements Coogler’s place as one of a handful of filmmakers whose name draws big audiences.
'Sinners' surges past 'Minecraft' to lead box office
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Updated: Apr 20th, 2025, 3:25 PM ET

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Ryan Coogler's ‘Sinners,’ featuring Michael B. Jordan, debuted at the top of the box office with $45.6 million, surpassing expectations. The original horror film, about vampire bootlegging brothers, received positive critical acclaim, holding a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. 'Sinners' outperformed other box office contenders, including 'A Minecraft Movie.' Warner Bros. reported a strong overall performance, with the film's success signaling a resurgence in the horror genre. 'Sinners' attracted a diverse audience and indicates promising longevity due to strong word-of-mouth. The film's robust opening positions Coogler as a major draw in the industry.

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