Ryan Coogler’s latest film “Sinners” has taken the box office by storm. The movie opened with $48 million from 3,308 North American theaters. This surpassed initial estimates of $45.6 million.
I had not seen Sinners until just now tonight. I mean it’s been out 6 nights. I am mortified. I was out of the country and couldn’t get to the theater over the week end. I saw it here below. The movie lived up to ALL the hype. I loved it. An incredible night at the… pic.twitter.com/q04Tkx17OJ
— Jason Blum (@jason_blum) April 24, 2025
“Sinners” marks the strongest debut for an original film since Jordan Peele’s “Us” in 2019. Us” opened to $71 million. However, “Sinners” had a hefty production cost of $90 million.
It would be a "sin" not to read this analysis by @brianwelk for @IndieWire on the mid-week success of #Sinners & what it means long-term for the film – https://t.co/QGaS7wxHg9 “A strong mid-week gross is indicative of a film that is riding high on the momentum of tremendous…
— Paul Dergarabedian (@PDergarabedian) April 23, 2025
This means profitability is not yet guaranteed. The film added $15.4 million at the international box office. This brings its global total to $63.5 million.
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— Paul Dergarabedian (@PDergarabedian) April 22, 2025
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“Sinners is the whole thesis on what happens when we are drained of the bloody love we pour into our art – and the importance of keeping the bite marks away from our flesh”https://t.co/aK7LjhHipa
— David Dennis Jr. (@DavidDTSS) April 22, 2025
Gross of FranchiseRe movie consulting firm called it “an excellent opening for a period horror film.” He cautioned that the high production cost sets a high bar for profitability. “Sinners” stars Michael B.
Jordan as identical twins Smoke and Stack. The story follows the brothers as they return to the South in the 1930s to open a juke joint. Vampires then terrorize their town.
The film has received glowing reviews.
‘Sinners’ breaks box office expectations
It achieved an “A” CinemaScore and holds a near-perfect 98% on Rotten Tomatoes.
The audience demographic breakdown showed a broad turnout. 40% were Black, 35% white, 18% Hispanic, and 5% Asian. Premium formats like Dolby and 4DX accounted for 45% of ticket sales.
Imax alone represented 20%. Rich Gelfond, CEO of Imax, expressed his satisfaction. He noted how the format contributed to the film’s successful opening.
Coogler and Jordan have previously collaborated on hits like the “Creed” series and Marvel’s “Black Panther.” “Sinners” solidifies their ability to draw audiences based on their names. Warner Bros. has significant confidence in Coogler.
This is evidenced by their rare agreement to allow him to own the film rights to “Sinners” after 25 years. The studio is committed to fostering original and bold filmmaking. This complements their broader strategy of delivering unique in-theater experiences.
Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy, co-chairs of Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group, expressed their excitement. They emphasized the studio’s commitment to bringing diverse and exciting films to audiences worldwide.
