Sinners, the latest genre-defying release from acclaimed director Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, has rapidly ascended the cinematic ladder, now rubbing shoulders with some of the most iconic films ever made.
On Saturday, Warner Bros.’ Sinners shattered expectations, crossing the $200 million domestic box office threshold—a feat achieved by only five other horror films in history.
Already hailed as one of 2025’s standout releases, the film has elbowed its way into discussions of all-time horror greats, not just for its numbers, but for the cultural stir it’s created since debut.
Boasting a formidable cast including Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Wunmi Mosaku, and breakout star Miles Caton, Sinners has collected a string of accolades. Yet, this most recent milestone serves as perhaps the clearest testament to its impact.
With a reported $90 million budget and a one-of-a-kind agreement granting Coogler the film’s rights after 25 years, Sinners was far from a safe bet for Warner Bros. execs Michael De Luca and Pam Abdy. But calculated risk has its rewards.
The studio’s mission to champion visionary directors with bold, original projects—like Paul Thomas Anderson’s upcoming One Battle After Another—seems to be paying off.
Though international earnings sit at a modest $69 million, Sinners is poised to eclipse the $300 million global mark in the coming week, securing its profitability through theatrical returns alone.
And that’s just the beginning. With Oscar buzz building, the film is well-positioned to clean up in the post-theatrical market. Expect strong performance in premium video-on-demand, Blu-ray sales, and a surge in streaming interest once it lands on Max.
For Coogler and the entire creative team, this success feels especially meaningful—it’s a testament to the film’s originality, resonance, and the audience’s hunger for something different.
Over Mother’s Day weekend, Sinners pulled in another $23 million by Sunday morning, maintaining a steady grip on the upper echelons of box office rankings three weeks into its run.
According to Variety, the film now trails Marvel’s Thunderbolts—currently in its second weekend—by just $10 million, underscoring Sinners’ staying power and growing word-of-mouth momentum.
