August 2025 — In a weekend packed with cinematic contrasts, the horror film Weapons emerged as the clear victor, taking the top spot with a robust $42.5 million in domestic earnings and a total of $70 million worldwide, marking a triumphant return for Warner Bros., which now boasts its seventh number-one film of the year—and the sixth successive to open with over $40 million domestically.
The supernatural thriller, directed by Zach Cregger, captivated audiences with its eerie narrative of 17 teens vanishing in a sleepy town, blending horror with dark humor and existential dread. Powered by glowing reviews and a relentless viral marketing push, the film surpassed expectations—even outgrossing all competition combined domestically.
Slotting in at number two, Disney’s sequel Freakier Friday—bringing back Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan for another round of body-swapping—earned $29 million domestically. Though charming, the lighter fare clearly trailed behind Weapons in both impact and buzz.
Rounding out the weekend’s top five box office performers are:
- The Fantastic Four: First Steps (third place) with $15.5 million, descending from its earlier reign.
- The Bad Guys 2, holding fast in fourth with $10.4 million.
- The Naked Gun reboot pulling in $8.4 million at number five.
Analysts suggest the weekend’s success reflects a broader appetite for genre variety—specifically, a revived demand for both compelling horror and nostalgic comedy in theaters. Total domestic box office hit about $131 million, nudging 2025’s yearly total to $5.6 billion—up around 7.6% from this point last year.
Highlights at a Glance
| Film | Genre | Domestic Weekend Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Weapons | Horror | $42.5M |
| Freakier Friday | Comedy (Sequel) | $29M |
| The Fantastic Four | Superhero | $15.5M |
| The Bad Guys 2 | Animated Comedy | $10.4M |
| The Naked Gun | Legacy Sequel | $8.4M |
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