‘Sinners’ Reigns Supreme Again

Get ready for another thrilling weekend at the box office as the horror sensation ‘Sinners’ is predicted to maintain its reign, raking in between $25 million and $30 million in its second week out. Directed by Ryan Coogler and featuring the charismatic Michael B. Jordan, this R-rated vampire thriller kicked off its opening weekend with an impressive $48 million, marking the largest debut for an original film since 2019. With a current domestic total of $55 million and an international haul of $71 million, it’s already on the path to success, despite its $90 million production budget.

‘Accountant 2’: Ben Affleck’s Next Big Hit?

Facing stiff competition, Ben Affleck’s highly anticipated sequel, ‘The Accountant 2,’ is looking to debut with $20 million to $25 million from over 3,600 theaters. Partnering with Amazon MGM, this film continues the journey of Forensic Accountant Christian Wolff, and is expected to follow in the successful footsteps of its predecessor, which debuted to $24.7 million and ultimately grossed $155 million worldwide. However, ‘The Accountant 2’ comes with a heftier price tag of $80 million, nearly double the first film’s budget.

Critics Are Loving ‘The Accountant 2’

With Gavin O’Connor returning to direct, early reviews are painting a promising picture for ‘The Accountant 2.’ Critics have praised its exciting and intense narrative, with Variety’s Owen Gleiberman describing it as an "agreeably loopy hyperviolent good time.” The sequel introduces a new dynamic as Wolff collaborates with his estranged brother, portrayed by Jon Bernthal, to uncover a deadly conspiracy while evading vicious assassins.

‘Star Wars’ Re-Release and Other Newcomers

As the box office landscape heats up, ‘The Accountant 2’ will vie for the second spot with Disney’s re-release of ‘Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith,’ celebrating its 20th anniversary. Early ticket sales suggest the beloved space opera could also earn between $20 million and $22 million this weekend. Meanwhile, Sony is launching its R-rated horror flick, ‘Until Dawn,’ set to attract around $8 million to $10 million, featuring a terrifying time-loop scenario inspired by the popular video game.

A Glimpse Into ‘The Legend of Ochi’

In addition, A24’s enchanting film ‘The Legend of Ochi’ is expected to debut with low numbers at around $10 million. With stunning visuals, this tale focuses on a shy farm girl named Yuri, who develops an unexpected bond with a wounded baby ochi, an elusive creature she's been raised to fear. Critics are already enchanted, noting the film's visual storytelling leads to magical moments that leave audiences guessing how they achieved such captivating imagery.

Box Office Recovery on the Horizon?

After a slow start to 2025, the box office is slowly recovering, showing a 5% revenue increase compared to last year, although still 29% behind pre-COVID numbers from 2019. Upcoming blockbusters like Marvel’s ‘Thunderbolts’ and Tom Cruise’s ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ are expected to boost box office performance in the coming weeks.