Sinners Takes Back Number One Box Office Position

Sinners has reclaimed the number one position at the domestic box office, surpassing Thunderbolts.

Sinners Claims The Top Box Office Spot Again

Sinners has made a remarkable comeback at the U.S. box office, taking the number one position just two weeks after being dethroned by Marvel's Thunderbolts. After dominating the box office for two weeks, Sinners slipped to second place when Thunderbolts released earlier this month. As of May 15, 2025, Sinners earned $2.2 million in a single day, outpacing Thunderbolts, which brought in $2 million on the same day. Sinners has now grossed around $225 million domestically, an impressive feat for an R-rated original film. Director Ryan Coogler's previous work has set a high standard, making some critics question the financial expectations for Sinners. The film is expected to face competition soon, with Final Destination: Bloodlines opening and already generating significant preview numbers.

The resurgence of Sinners underlines a trend of strong word-of-mouth impacts in the film industry, similar to how Everything Everywhere All At Once thrived long after its release. This suggests that audience reception can drive box office performance, especially for original stories. However, continued success may be challenged as competing films are released. The financial discussions surrounding Ryan Coogler's deal highlight ongoing debates about how much money a film needs to earn to be considered successful in today's competitive landscape.

Highlights

The box office dynamics are changing, revealing the power of audience support over mere franchise appeal.