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Him Earns $13.5M, Struggles Against Demon Slayer

9/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Him opened in U.S. on September 19, 2025, earning $13.5 million and finishing second to Demon Slayer at $17.3 million.
The audience was 52% male, with 65% aged over 25.
Him has a 29% Rotten Tomatoes score and a CinemaScore of C–.
It lacks a post-credits scene and, despite horror elements, struggled amid a box office dominated by established franchises.

History

Historical Context

The film industry underwent a transformation in 2008 with the release of "The Dark Knight," which grossed over $1 billion and shifted focus towards franchise films. This trend has intensified, as seen with the recent release of "Him," which earned only $13.5 million against established titles like "Demon Slayer," highlighting audiences' preference for familiar franchises over original narratives.

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Story summary

Him opened in U.S. on September 19, 2025, earning $13.5 million and finishing second to Demon Slayer at $17.3 million.
The audience was 52% male, with 65% aged over 25.
Him has a 29% Rotten Tomatoes score and a CinemaScore of C–.
It lacks a post-credits scene and, despite horror elements, struggled amid a box office dominated by established franchises.

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