Scream 6 Slashes Box Office Records with $44.5 Million Opening Weekend
The $44.5 million opening weekend in the United States is a significant increase from the $30 million opening of the previous installment, and it also surpasses the previous record holder, Scream 3, which opened with $34 million. It is interesting to note that the original Scream movie opened with only $6 million, demonstrating the significant growth in the franchise’s popularity over the years.
The worldwide box office numbers for Scream VI are also impressive, with $67 million already earned, which bodes well for its profitability given its reported production budget of $35 million. It will be exciting to see if Scream VI can surpass the box office totals of the previous installment, which earned $81 million domestically and $140 million worldwide. The positive reviews and strong opening weekend suggest that it is certainly possible.
Overall, the success of Scream VI highlights the continued interest and enthusiasm for the horror genre and the enduring appeal of the Scream franchise. The return of directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett is promising, as their work on Scream and Ready or Not demonstrated their ability to balance horror and humor effectively.
The confirmed cast members, including Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, and Mason Gooding, suggest that the movie will introduce new characters and perspectives to the franchise, while Jenna Ortega’s involvement as one of the four survivors of the Ghostface killings suggests a connection to the previous movies.
The addition of Samara Weaving, Tony Revolori, and Courteney Cox’s return as Gale also promise exciting performances and dynamic characters. Hayden Panettiere’s return as Kirby, a fan favorite from Scream 4, is particularly intriguing, as her character’s survival was left ambiguous in the previous movie.
Overall, the confirmed cast and returning directors suggest that the upcoming Scream movie will be another exciting installment in the franchise, and fans are eagerly anticipating its release.
