Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter “Scream VI” is slaying at the international box office, generating $22.6 million from 53 markets.
According to Paramount, those ticket sales mark the biggest overseas opening weekend of the “Scream” franchise, ahead of prior installments by 60% for comparable markets.
The latest “Scream” also set a new record in North America with its $44.5 million debut, bringing its global tally to $67 million. “Scream VI” established new high-watermarks for the long-running series in 29 international territories, including the United Kingdom ($3.6 million), France ($2.5 million), Australia ($2 million), Mexico ($2 million) and Brazil ($1.8 million). “27 years after launching in 1996, the franchise is healthier than ever,” says David A.
Gross, who runs the movie consulting firm Franchise Entertainment Research. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the R-rated “Scream VI” follows survivors of Ghostface’s murders as they leave Woodsboro behind for a fresh start in New York City.
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