"In a global box office battle, 'Weapons' emerges victorious over 'Freakier Friday', while 'Jurassic World Rebirth' rakes in an impressive $800 million"
In the world of cinema, the summer of 2025 has been a thrilling ride, with six films surpassing the $500 million mark worldwide. Among these blockbusters, "Weapons," a horror masterpiece directed by Zach Cregger, has made a striking entrance.
"Weapons," a film praised for its intricate storytelling, suspense, and horror elements, earned $70 million worldwide in its debut. In North America alone, it raked in $43.5 million, while international markets contributed an additional $28.3 million. The film's global success is further bolstered by a strong performance in Imax theatres, bringing in an estimated $8.1 million.
Cregger's latest work has been lauded by critics for its layered narrative, skillful blend of horror with dark humor and societal commentary. The film's pacing, while slowing at times to fill necessary gaps, leads to a powerful and explosive finale that has generated strong audience reactions.
The film's cast, including Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, and Amy Madigan, have received high praise for conveying genuine terror and emotional depth. "Weapons" is described as a horror masterpiece that also explores themes of paranoia, communal trauma, and societal complicity in cruelty. Its unsettling tone is tempered by wit and homages to classic horror, establishing Cregger as a significant filmmaker in the genre.
Meanwhile, the animation adaptation of the classical mythological novel "Journey To The West," titled "Nobody," has seen a box office rise in its second weekend of play, earning $76.9 million. Another Chinese film, "Freakier Friday," distributed by Disney, debuted with $44.5 million worldwide. It is a sequel to the 2003 movie "Freaky Friday" and has reached 85% of its international footprint.
In the realm of historical dramas, "Dead To Rights," set against the events of the Nanjing Massacre during the Second Sino-Japanese War, has become the biggest haul for a Chinese film since "Ne Zha 2" and "Detective Chinatown 1900," earning $306.7 million worldwide after 17 days of play.
Elsewhere, "Dongji Rescue," a Chinese war epic about the 1942 sinking of the Lisbon Maru, opened with an estimated $27.1 million. "The Bad Guys 2," a sequel to "The Bad Guys," opened top in North America on $43 million, performing ahead of its predecessor at the same point in those markets.
In Japan and Taiwan, "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle" has earned $145.6 million. Key markets yet to open for "Freakier Friday" include South Korea (August 27) and Japan (September 5).
Jurassic World Rebirth has crossed $800 million worldwide, cementing its place among the summer's biggest earners. As the cinematic landscape continues to evolve, these films serve as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and the universal appeal of compelling narratives.
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- "In the realm of movies-and-tv entertainment, Zach Cregger's 'Weapons,' a horror masterpiece, has earned critical acclaim and commercial success, fetching $70 million worldwide in its debut."
- "Among the summer's biggest earners, 'Weapons' serves as a testament to the enduring power of storytelling, showcasing the universal appeal of compelling narratives in the world of entertainment."
