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Zach Cregger's 'Weapons' Hits Digital, Earns $240M Worldwide

9/6/2025

Summary

Story summary

Zach Cregger's horror film "Weapons" releases digitally on September 9, 2025, and on physical formats on October 14, 2025.
The plot centers on a small town's chaos after 17 children disappear from their classroom.
"Weapons" has earned over $240 million globally, surpassing its $38 million budget.
It boasts a 94% critic rating and an 85% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Special features include three featurettes on the film's origins, cast dynamics, and dark town secrets.

History

Historical Context

The 1976 disappearance of 26 children in Chowchilla, California, sparked national panic and led to significant changes in child safety legislation, including stricter school protocols. This incident reflects ongoing societal fears about child safety, echoed in the 2025 film "Weapons," which explores the fictional abduction of 17 children, grossing $245 million and highlighting cultural anxieties surrounding community trust and safety.

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Story summary

Zach Cregger's horror film "Weapons" releases digitally on September 9, 2025, and on physical formats on October 14, 2025.
The plot centers on a small town's chaos after 17 children disappear from their classroom.
"Weapons" has earned over $240 million globally, surpassing its $38 million budget.
It boasts a 94% critic rating and an 85% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Special features include three featurettes on the film's origins, cast dynamics, and dark town secrets.

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