“Sinners” continues to dominate the box office with a remarkable $45 million in its second weekend, representing an unprecedented 6% drop from its $48 million opening.
This near-identical performance marks a historic achievement in an industry where significant second-weekend declines are standard, particularly for horror films.
The vampire thriller, directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, has rapidly accumulated $122.5 million domestically and $161.6 million globally against a $90 million production budget, establishing itself as the highest-grossing original domestic film of the past decade.
“Sinners” has shattered multiple records, surpassing Jordan Peele’s “Us” ($71 million in 2019) for the biggest domestic opening weekend for an original film this decade. Its exceptional staying power demonstrates remarkable audience enthusiasm and critical acclaim, outperforming most horror releases from the past ten years.
The film’s extraordinary hold suggests continued momentum even as the summer blockbuster season begins. With enthusiastic reviews and strong word-of-mouth, “Sinners” exemplifies the enduring market demand for original, high-quality horror storytelling when expertly crafted and marketed.
