UPDATE: Black Phone 2 is set to maintain its box office dominance this weekend, with projections estimating a second-weekend gross of $13.6 million. The horror sequel, which debuted with a strong $27.3 million, is poised to fend off three new film releases, including Disney’s Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, Sony’s Chainsaw Man, and Paramount’s Regretting You.
As the film landscape shifts, Black Phone 2 finds itself with minimal competition just before Halloween, a prime time for horror films. Analysts indicate that without strong challengers, the sequel could experience a less drastic drop than the typical 49% decline seen in major studio films.
The film currently holds a solid 73% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating positive reception from audiences, which could help sustain its box office performance.
Chainsaw Man, aimed at capitalizing on the rising anime trend in North America, is expected to open with $13.1 million, narrowly missing out on the top spot. This follows the success of another anime film, Demon Slayer, which previously grossed $70.6 million in its debut.
Meanwhile, Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere, featuring Jeremy Allen White as the iconic musician, is projected to debut in third place with an estimated $10.7 million. The film has received a lukewarm 67% from critics, which may impact its performance moving forward.
In fourth place, Regretting You is anticipated to struggle with an opening between $7 million and $10 million, following disappointing early reviews that have left critics less than optimistic.
As the weekend progresses, all eyes will be on the box office results, with the full figures expected to be revealed on Monday. Will Black Phone 2 secure its position as the champion for another week? Stay tuned for the latest updates.
