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Black Phone 2 Dominates Box Office, Earning $26.5 Million

10/21/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Black Phone 2 topped the North American box office with $26.5 million in its opening weekend, surpassing the original's debut by about $3 million.
Directed by Scott Derrickson and featuring Ethan Hawke, the film grossed $42 million globally on a $30 million budget.
Its success relieves Blumhouse, which has faced underperforming releases in 2025.
Disney's Tron: Ares earned $11.1 million in its second weekend, raising concerns about profitability.

History

Historical Context

The success of "Paranormal Activity" in 2008, grossing $193 million on a $15,000 budget, marked a turning point in the horror genre, emphasizing low-budget filmmaking. In 2025, "Black Phone 2" earned $27.3 million, showcasing a continued audience preference for innovative horror over traditional blockbusters like Disney's "Tron: Ares," reflecting shifting dynamics in the film industry.

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Story summary

Black Phone 2 topped the North American box office with $26.5 million in its opening weekend, surpassing the original's debut by about $3 million.
Directed by Scott Derrickson and featuring Ethan Hawke, the film grossed $42 million globally on a $30 million budget.
Its success relieves Blumhouse, which has faced underperforming releases in 2025.
Disney's Tron: Ares earned $11.1 million in its second weekend, raising concerns about profitability.

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