Scream 7 Tops U.K. and Ireland Box Office in Debut Weekend

Paramount’s "Scream 7" debuted at No. 1 at the U.K. and Ireland box office, earning £3.8 million (approximately $5.1 million) during its opening weekend, as reported by Comscore. This strong performance marks a successful entry for the latest installment in the iconic horror franchise. Following "Scream 7," the second position was held by "Wuthering Heights," which added $3 million to its total, bringing its cumulative earnings to $27.7 million.

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In third place, Universal’s music event film "EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert" opened with $2.6 million. The fourth position was occupied by "GOAT," which, in its third weekend, earned $1.2 million, raising its total to $16.1 million. Sony’s "Crime 101" rounded out the top five with a weekend gross of $560,000, accumulating a total of $5.1 million. Other notable entries included Mubi’s "The Secret Agent" in sixth place with $246,000, Disney’s "Zootopia 2" in seventh with $244,000, and National Theatre’s "Audience – NT Live 2026" in eighth with $241,000.

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The box office landscape is set to evolve with several anticipated releases. Warner Bros. is preparing for the debut of "The Bride!" while Netflix will release "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man," directed by Tom Harper and featuring Cillian Murphy, in over 100 locations. Disney is targeting family audiences with "Hoppers," and Entertainment Film Distributors will roll out the comedy "Mother’s Pride" across more than 300 sites. Additionally, genre fans can look forward to Vertigo Releasing’s horror title "Dolly," and Arrow Films will reintroduce John Woo’s action classic "Hard Boiled" in a 4K restoration.

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Event cinema continues to play a significant role in the marketplace, with Trafalgar Releasing presenting various performances, including the Royal Opera House ballet "Giselle – ROH, London 2026," and Shakespeare’s "Othello." CinemaLive is also contributing to the diverse offerings with stand-up specials and classic concert documentaries.

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While "Scream 7" has garnered attention for its box office success, some critics argue that the franchise may be losing its originality and edge, suggesting that the series is becoming formulaic. However, the film's strong opening indicates a continued interest in the horror genre and the franchise itself.

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This comprehensive overview highlights the current state of the U.K. and Ireland box office, showcasing "Scream 7" as a significant player while also pointing to the broader trends and upcoming releases that will shape the cinematic landscape in the coming weeks.

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