Box Office: ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ to Lead Again as ‘Speak No Evil’ Targets $10 Million

As a seasoned cinephile with decades of movie-going under my belt, I must say that the upcoming weekend at the box office looks quite intriguing. The remake of “Speak No Evil” seems like a promising addition to the horror genre, given its positive reviews and star-studded cast. However, as history has shown us, even the most anticipated scary movies can sometimes fall flat (ahem, Poltergeist remake of 2015). Let’s hope “Speak No Evil” buckles that trend!


As a passionate cinephile, I’m thrilled to share that the anticipated remake of “Speak No Evil,” produced by Universal and Blumhouse, is estimated to rake in an impressive opening weekend earnings between $10 million and $13 million at the box office. Can’t wait to see it unfold on the big screen!

The film was produced at a cost of $15 million, which should allow it to perform well during its time in cinemas. However, if it fails to exceed predictions, “Speak No Evil” may contribute to another unremarkable year for horror movies on the big screen. Typically, horror films are quite dependable at the box office, but apart from Disney’s “Alien: Romulus” ($314 million worldwide) and Neon’s surprise hit “Longlegs” ($103 million worldwide), recent releases haven’t been successful financially.

In “Speak No Evil,” directed by James Watkins (“Bastille Day”), a darkly humorous drama unfolds. The story revolves around a pair, portrayed by James McAvoy and Mackenzie Davis, who extend an invitation to their friends for a tranquil getaway at their picturesque countryside home. However, what begins as a peaceful retreat soon transforms into a nightmarish journey when events take an unexpectedly ominous turn. Critics have responded favorably, which could boost its popularity through word of mouth.

Even though two fresh contenders have entered the scene, such as Lionsgate’s “The Killer’s Game” starring Dave Bautista, last weekend’s box office king, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”, is set to regain its throne in its second week. Predictions suggest a 60% drop in ticket sales from its staggering $111 million opening weekend, which means the film could earn approximately $45 million this weekend. To date, the sequel to Tim Burton’s 1988 horror-comedy classic has amassed a total of $153 million worldwide. As an admirer, I can hardly wait to see how it performs in the upcoming days!

In other news, the movie titled “The Killer’s Game,” helmed by director J. J. Perry, is aiming for a $5 million opening at the box office. The film chronicles the journey of Bautista, a seasoned assassin who discovers that his initial life-threatening medical prognosis was incorrect… leading him to evade a hit he himself had arranged.

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2024-09-11 19:46