Final Destination: Bloodlines Slays The Box Office With Thunderbolts* And Sinners Holding Strong

This weekend belonged to Final Destination: Bloodlines; and while Thunderbolts* and Sinners are winding down. They still had a prominent part in the box office rankings.

Final Destination: Bloodlines Takes the Lead

This weekend’s box office was ruled by Final Destination: Bloodlines, which exploded into theaters with $51 million. It’s a strong return for the long-dormant horror franchise, tapping into a mix of nostalgia and fresh blood. The film’s inventive kills and slick direction gave longtime fans what they came for while also pulling in a new generation. Horror continues to prove its resilience at the box office, and Bloodlines might just breathe new life into the series going forward.

Thunderbolts Slides but Stays Strong

Marvel’s Thunderbolts* brought in $16.5 million, landing in second place. That’s a solid follow-up to last week’s debut, though the drop suggests audiences are still lukewarm on Marvel’s new direction. The ensemble cast and grittier tone are drawing attention, but not enough to signal a full-on rebound for the brand. Marvel’s strategy might need adjustment considering these box office results.

Sinners Proves It Has Staying Power

Sinners added $15.4 million this weekend, showing impressive consistency in third place. The adult-skewing crime drama continues to thrive off strong word of mouth and a lack of direct competition. It’s shaping up to be one of the season’s quieter success stories, one built on performance, not spectacle, in terms of box office triumph.

Minecraft Still Building on Family Appeal

A Minecraft Movie earned $5.9 million, dropping to fourth. The animated adventure is holding its ground with family audiences, though the domestic numbers remain modest compared to the global strength of the IP. As with most gaming adaptations, the true test for this film will be its international box office performance and merchandising appeal.

The Accountant 2 Adds Up Modest Returns

The Accountant 2 rounded out the Top 5 with $5.0 million. Ben Affleck’s return as the cerebral vigilante isn’t making huge waves, but it’s solid counterprogramming for older audiences looking for something more grounded. Though its initial release was modest, the box office returns could improve through streaming and overseas success.

How Much Will Mission: Impossible And Lilo and Stitch Make?

Next weekend brings two major releases aiming for very different audiences. Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is expected to land somewhere between $59 million and $67 million. With strong franchise momentum and Tom Cruise still a reliable draw, it’s likely to open around $63 million. This will likely place it in second

Also opening is Disney’s live-action Lilo and Stitch, which is tracking for a massive debut between $115 million and $132 million. Given Disney’s recent track record with family remakes and the film’s built-in nostalgia, $120 million feels like a solid target. If that number holds, it would easily be the number one movie next weekend in the box office rankings.

As always, we’ll find out how the box office shapes up next week.

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