Black Phone 2 Box Office Success, Tron Passes $100 Million
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“The Black Phone 2” Opens to $42 Million Global Box Office
“The Black Phone 2,” a sequel to Global and Blumhouse’s 2022 horror film “The Black Phone,” grossed $42 million worldwide during its opening weekend, according to
variety.
The film’s performance included $26.5 million in North America and $15.5 million from 71 international territories.
Domestic Box Office Performance
“The Black Phone 2” debuted with $26.5 million in the United States and Canada, securing the top spot at the domestic box office. This opening is notable in the context of the January release window, which typically sees lower grosses then peak summer or holiday seasons.
International Box Office Breakdown
The film earned $15.5 million internationally, with Mexico leading overseas markets at $4.3 million. The United Kingdom and Ireland contributed $1.4 million, while Brazil generated $1.2 million in revenue, as reported by
Variety.
| Territory | Box office (USD) |
|---|---|
| Mexico | $4.3 million |
| United Kingdom & Ireland | $1.4 million |
| Brazil | $1.2 million |
| Total International | $15.5 million |
Background: “The black Phone” (2022)
“The Black Phone” (2022), directed by Scott Derrickson, was based on a 2004 short story of the same name by Joe Hill. the original film, starring Ethan Hawke, garnered positive reviews and achieved commercial success, grossing $161.3 million worldwide against a $18 million production budget, according to
Box Office Mojo.
The success of the first film paved the way for the sequel, with Universal and Blumhouse quickly greenlighting “The Black Phone 2.”