Scary Movie added $5.5M on Day 5, taking its US domestic total to $64.0M and worldwide gross to $114.5M.
The revived horror-comedy franchise is delivering the self-aware laughs and scares audiences expected.
| Day 2 | $17.6M |
|---|---|
| Day 3 | $12.6M |
| Day 4 | $4.1M |
| Day 5 | $5.5M |
The Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley-directed reboot posted a solid Tuesday number after a softer Monday, showing that the mix of parody, scares, and nostalgia is still connecting with theatergoers. Anna Faris returning as the lead, alongside a fresh ensemble, has given the film a blend of familiarity and new energy that is clearly working for both longtime fans of the original series and younger audiences discovering it for the first time. The $5.5M figure represents a healthy hold, especially considering the film opened to $24.7M on Friday and has now crossed the $60M domestic mark in just five days.
Market-wise, the hold is strongest in suburban and mid-sized markets where family and teen groups are turning out in noticeable numbers. Urban multiplexes have seen a slightly sharper drop, as expected for a comedy-horror title that leans heavily on broad, accessible humour rather than pure scares. The film’s marketing campaign, built around clever social media clips and nostalgia-driven trailers, has proven cost-effective and helped sustain interest beyond the opening weekend.
Critics have been largely positive on the film’s ability to update the franchise without losing its self-referential charm. Review aggregates show solid scores among horror-comedy fans, with many noting the film’s clever callbacks to the original series while introducing new characters that feel fresh. Audience feedback on social platforms echoes this sentiment, with many users praising the balance of laughs and genuine jump scares.
Looking ahead, the weekday trend over the next few days will be critical. A film of this budget needs to maintain a floor that allows it to push toward the $150M+ domestic mark to be considered a clear commercial success. The current trajectory suggests Scary Movie is on pace to do exactly that, with the strong Tuesday number indicating that word-of-mouth is helping the film find its audience. The $30M budget was always positioned as a smart, mid-tier comedy-horror investment, and the return on investment is already looking very healthy.
The film’s ability to perform well in a crowded summer marketplace is noteworthy. With major blockbusters dominating screens, Scary Movie has carved out its own space by leaning into its franchise roots and delivering exactly what audiences expect from a Scary Movie title — fun, self-aware entertainment that doesn’t take itself too seriously. The ensemble cast, led by Anna Faris, has been a key factor in the film’s appeal, with their chemistry and comedic timing receiving consistent praise.