'The Conjuring: Last Rites' Delivers Record-Breaking Box Office Sales for the Series'
In a thrilling turn of events, the horror-thriller "The Conjuring: Last Rites" has continued to make waves in the cinematic world. The movie, marketed as the pair's last case as paranormal investigators, has achieved significant milestones, becoming the third-biggest open for a horror movie overall.
Starring Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren, the film has seen impressive earnings, with a total of $250 million worldwide. Of this sum, $83 million was generated domestically, while $167 million came from international audiences.
In its fifth week, "The Conjuring: Last Rites" made $5.4 million domestically and $4.6 million internationally, adding to its already impressive total. This international take became the second-biggest opening for a Hollywood horror movie.
The production of the film was supported by a team of producers, including Peter Safran, Judson Scott, Natalia Safran, Michael Clear, David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, John Rickard, Hans Ritter, and Benjamin Wallfisch. The film was produced under Warner Bros. Pictures.
Meanwhile, the upcoming theatrical genre movies for September include "The Long Walk" on September 12, "Him" and "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey" on September 19, and "The Strangers: Chapter 2" on September 26. For those eager to delve deeper into the world of horror, information about upcoming Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, DC Universe releases, and the future of Doctor Who can be found on io9.
Interestingly, "Weapons", another horror movie, has also made strides in the box office, making an additional $10 million worldwide, bringing its total to $250 million. However, no release date for "Weapons" on HBO Max has been announced yet. "Weapons" is set to be released on digital platforms on September 9, and physically on October 14.
The success of "The Conjuring: Last Rites" is noteworthy, as it had the best launch for a "Conjuring" movie, and its domestic earnings surpassed initial projections from Warner Bros. and box office analysts. Furthermore, a "Conjuring" TV show is in development for HBO Max, promising more chilling adventures for fans of the franchise.
As the horror genre continues to captivate audiences, "The Conjuring: Last Rites" stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of well-crafted, suspenseful storytelling.
