Ryan Coogler’s 'Sinners' Gets Huge Update Heading Into 2nd Weekend

If you haven’t heard of Sinners, Ryan Coogler’s latest cinematic hit, chances are you haven’t been paying attention.

The period-piece horror film starring Michael B. Jordan opened in theaters April 18 and has already grossed an impressive $78 million in just nine days.

Recognized as one of Coogler’s most inspired works, the film has received an overwhelmingly positive response. "The movie was kind of on my heart. And when you have something that clear, for me, it's a rare thing,” he told Fresh Air in a recent interview. 

Now entering its second weekend, Sinners is projected to earn $42 million domestically — a mere 10% drop from its opening weekend. Historically, a decline so small has never been seen before for a major studio release.

With a production budget of $90 million, Sinners is expected to cross the $100 million mark by Saturday.

‘SINNERS’ is estimated to earn a phenomenal $42M domestically this weekend, a 10% drop

• Would be the smallest box office drop for a major movie in modern history

• Strong chance the film could earn more this weekend than last weekend

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Hailee Steinfeld attends the "Sinners" European Premiere at the Cineworld Leicester Square on April 14, 2025 in London, England.

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Audiences and critics alike praise the film for its genre-bending narrative and gripping cinematic experience. Described as “a different approach to the horror genre,” reviews applaud the film’s “fascinating array of genres and tropes and ideas swirled together.”

As it continues to dominate the box office, Sinners is on track to stay in the No. 1 spot, ahead of Accountant 2, Revenge of the Sith, and Minecraft.