Terrifier 3 Tops Box Office with $18.3 Million

Cineverse's 'Terrifier 3' has achieved remarkable success at the North American box office, grossing $18.3 million in its opening weekend, surpassing the entire revenue of its predecessor 'Terrifier 2' within just 72 hours. The film, characterized by its ultra-gory content and low budget, has received positive audience scores, with a B CinemaScore and a 77% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. In stark contrast, Warner Bros.' 'Joker: Folie à Deux' has suffered a significant drop in ticket sales, plummeting by 82% in its second weekend to just $7 million, marking one of the worst declines for a major release. This sequel, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga, has faced a harsh reception, leading to a D rating on CinemaScore and widespread disappointment among fans. Both films reflect contrasting audience receptions, with 'Terrifier 3' appealing to horror enthusiasts while 'Joker: Folie à Deux' grapples with negative word-of-mouth. Universal's 'The Wild Robot' continues to perform well in its third weekend, further highlighting the box office challenges faced by major studio releases during this period.