New Horror Movie Weapons Crosses Box Office Milestone in Just Three Days

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This year, horror films are making a significant impact at the cinema. Building upon the immense success of “Final Destination: Bloodlines,” Zach Cregger’s newest horror production is off to a strong start. Set to release in theaters this weekend, “Weapons” is projected to earn an impressive $42.5 million during its opening weekend. Remarkably, this was achieved despite reportedly spending only $38 million on production. Not only did the film exceed its budget, but it also surpassed Cregger’s previous movie, “Barbarian,” which earned $40.8 million domestically in its box office run three years ago.

Remarkably, it’s worth noting that the horror movie “Weapons” is projected to outperform the entire global earnings of “Barbarian” during its opening weekend alone. As per current estimates, “Weapons” could earn around $27.5 million internationally on its opening day, which would translate to a total opening weekend earnings of approximately $70 million if the numbers hold steady. This is a significant achievement for not only an original horror movie but also for director Cregger, who has made a name for himself in the genre recently. The film has been well-received by both critics and audiences, with “Weapons” boasting a Fresh rating of 95% on Rotten Tomatoes and an audience score of 87% on Popcornmeter.

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Cregger’s initial major horror success, titled “Barbarian,” unfolded a chilling tale about a woman named Tess, portrayed by Georgina Campbell, who finds herself in a rented Airbnb that hides more than meets the eye. The film also features Bill Skarsgård (as Keith), Justin Long (AJ), Richard Brake (Frank), Jaymes Butler (Andre), and Kate Bosworth (Melisa) alongside Tess. “Barbarian” received a Fresh rating of 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, with an additional 70% approval from viewers on the Popcornmeter.

Prior to his work on “Barbarian” and “Weapons,” Cregger was responsible for writing, producing, and directing the television series “The Whitest Kids U’Know.” Before that, he collaborated with Trevor Moore and Dennis Haggerty to co-direct and co-write the movie “Miss March.

Known for his hit horror films like “Weapons” and “Barbarian,” which have been both critically praised and financially successful, filmmaker Cregger is now preparing for his next venture. He has officially agreed to write and direct the upcoming reboot of “Resident Evil” for Sony Pictures. Being a dedicated enthusiast of the video game series, Cregger has publicly announced that this project will incorporate an original narrative, drawing inspiration from the rich lore within the games themselves.

When nearly all children from the same class vanish at the exact same time on the same night, a town is left puzzled over who or what might be responsible for their disappearances.” The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast including several stars from the Marvel Cinematic Universe such as Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Benedict Wong, and Alden Ehrenreich. In addition, Cary Christopher, Amy Madigan, June Diane Raphael, Austin Abrams, and Jason Turner are also part of the cast. As of now, “Weapons” is only available for viewing in movie theaters nationwide, with no announced release date for home or streaming platforms yet.

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2025-08-10 23:14