Freakier Friday Sequel Hits $45M Global Opening, Beats Original's Box Office Start

The 2025 Disney sequel "Freakier Friday," starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan, opened to a strong global box office debut of $45 million, matching its $45 million production budget within its first weekend. The film, which expands on the original 2003 body-swap comedy with a multigenerational twist, earned $29 million domestically and $15.5 million internationally, debuting second behind the horror film "Weapons." Critics and audiences have responded positively, with the movie receiving an "A" CinemaScore and a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, praised for its nostalgic charm, humor, and fresh energy from the younger cast. While it did not top the box office, its strong opening surpasses the original's debut weekend, and it is expected to perform well long-term, potentially reaching over $200 million worldwide if it follows the original's success trajectory. Disney’s marketing leveraged nostalgia by reuniting the original stars and teasing callbacks, helping to drive audience enthusiasm. Despite some mixed critical opinions, the film’s family-friendly appeal and positive audience reception position it as a potentially profitable legacy sequel for the studio.