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Ryan Coogler’s 'Sinners' Becomes 4th Highest-Grossing Horror Film in US History

The supernatural horror musical surpasses 'The Exorcist' with $240.8M domestic earnings and continues its record-breaking global run.

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Overview

  • 'Sinners' earned $15.4 million in its fifth weekend, marking the second-biggest fifth weekend ever for an R-rated movie.
  • The film has now grossed $240.8 million domestically, overtaking 'The Exorcist' to rank as the fourth highest-grossing horror film in US history.
  • Globally, 'Sinners' has amassed $316.8 million, with projections suggesting a final worldwide total between $350 million and $400 million.
  • Directed, written, and produced by Ryan Coogler, the genre-defying film blends supernatural horror, musical elements, and historical drama set in the 1930s Mississippi Delta.
  • The critically acclaimed film holds a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score and has been praised for its innovative storytelling and Michael B. Jordan’s dual-role performance.