Title: ‘The Nun 2’ Scores $3.1M on Opening Night; ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3’ and ‘The Equalizer 3’ Also Make Strong Debuts
‘The Nun 2’, the much-anticipated sequel to the hit horror film franchise, kicked off its opening night with a solid performance, raking in an impressive $3.1 million across 3,200 locations. Despite falling short of the original film’s franchise record, projections indicate a promising start of over $30 million for ‘The Nun 2’.
Directed by Michael Chaves, taking over from Corin Hardy, ‘The Nun 2’ has received slightly better reviews from critics compared to its predecessor. However, mixed reviews have not hindered the consistent success of the ‘Nun’ franchise at the box office.
Building on the post-Labor Day horror tradition established by the 2017 blockbuster ‘It’, ‘The Nun 2’ aims to captivate audiences with its chilling storyline and spine-tingling scares.
Adding to the weekend’s lineup of new releases, ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3’ also made its debut, amassing a decent $550,000 from its previews. However, critics were not as kind to the third installment as they were to the original, which garnered widespread praise. Nia Vardalos steps into the director’s shoes for the beloved romantic comedy franchise.
Remarkably, ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3’ opened an astounding 14 years after its predecessor, yet managed to attract a respectable audience and secure a notable final gross.
Meanwhile, ‘The Equalizer 3’ impressed in its first week, exceeding the earnings of its predecessor during the same period. Although slightly behind ‘Equalizer 2’ in terms of first-week earnings, the action-packed thriller continues to captivate fans with its high-intensity plot.
Interestingly, the first ‘Equalizer’ film experienced a significant drop in its second weekend, whereas the second installment suffered an even steeper decline. It remains to be seen whether ‘The Equalizer 3’ can buck this trend and maintain its momentum.
As moviegoers flock to theaters, these three highly anticipated sequels promise to offer captivating thrills, enduring comedy, and heart-pounding action. Stay tuned for updates on their box office success and audience reception as the weekend progresses.
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