‘Sinners’ Makes History with A CinemaScore—First for a Horror Flick!
2025-04-20
Author: Ling
Warner Bros' latest thriller, **Sinners**, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by becoming the first horror film ever to secure an impressive **A CinemaScore** from audiences in the 47-year history of the exit polling organization.
Typically, horror movies face tough scrutiny from viewers. A score in the B-range is considered remarkable—**A Quiet Place**, for instance, received a B+. Anything in the C-range is somewhat acceptable. While a few horror films have managed to earn A- scores, like **Get Out** and **The Conjuring**, none have reached the coveted A—until now.
**Sinners**, starring the talented Michael B. Jordan, entered box office projections in the mid $30 million range but quickly skyrocketed to estimates of over **$40 million**. This surge is attributed to strategic marketing efforts following a slow period for cinematic releases, with Warner Bros executing targeted ads in specific regions to boost ticket sales.
During opening weekend, **Sinners** showcased impressive performance, grabbing the **No. 1** spot with earnings of approximately **$45.6 million**, with expectations of surpassing **$46 million**. This marks a significant win for Warner Bros, as they now boast two films each pulling in over $40 million—a remarkable feat not achieved in over a decade.
Notably, this Easter weekend marks the second time Warner Bros has dominated the box office with the top two films, the last being in 2019. With **Sinners** claiming its place alongside other hit titles, it represents the eighth time since 2000 that the studio has triumphed during this festive film season.