This weekend, the entertainment world buzzed with excitement as Danny Boyle’s latest horror film made a remarkable debut, raking in an estimated $60M worldwide. The film’s success, reported on 2025-06-22 21:07:00, showcases the growing appetite for auteur-driven cinema, particularly in the horror genre.
- Danny Boyle's film opens with $60M globally.
- Pixar/Disney's new release underperformed expectations.
- Universal's film leads with $358.2M worldwide.
- Strong holds noted in multiple international markets.
- Disney's latest surpasses $900M globally.
- Indian film Aamir Khan projected $8M opening.
With a balanced split of $30M each from domestic and international markets, this R-rated Sony release has exceeded pre-weekend projections. The film’s opening in 59 overseas markets outperformed recent horror releases, indicating a promising trend for innovative storytelling in global cinema.
The impressive box office figures raise an intriguing question: are audiences increasingly seeking out original narratives over traditional franchise films? The weekend’s results suggest a shift in viewer preferences, particularly in horror and animated genres.
- The film’s $60M debut highlights a resurgence in auteur-driven projects.
- International markets contributed significantly, with the UK leading at $6.4M.
- Pixar’s latest offering, despite positive reception, underperformed with $35M globally.
- Disney’s animated films continue to dominate, crossing the $900M mark.
As the entertainment industry continues to adapt, it will be fascinating to see how studios respond to these changing viewer dynamics. Will we witness more unique projects emerging in the coming months?
