Universal/Blumhouse’s Five Nights at Freddy’s has taken the international box office by storm, surpassing all expectations and raking in a whopping $200 million worldwide. The film’s incredible success can be attributed to its unique concept, gripping storyline, and masterful execution. Let’s delve into the reasons behind its triumph and explore the milestones it has achieved.
Five Nights at Freddy’s has captivated audiences across the globe, crossing the $100 million mark in the international box office alone. This is a remarkable feat considering the film’s pure theatrical release strategy. In its second weekend overseas, the movie witnessed a 54% drop but still managed to amass an impressive $35.6 million in 74 markets. With a cumulative total of $103.5 million internationally and $217.1 million globally, Five Nights at Freddy’s has outperformed several popular horror films such as Insidious: The Last Key, Halloween, and Get Out.
What sets Five Nights at Freddy’s apart is its ability to resonate with audiences worldwide. The film has become the biggest Blumhouse production in 29 markets, including Brazil, Argentina, Poland, Chile, Peru, Central America, and Ukraine. This tremendous achievement reflects the film’s universal appeal and its ability to transcend cultural boundaries.
Five Nights at Freddy’s made a sensational debut in several countries, shattering records and establishing new milestones. In Spain, the movie enjoyed the biggest opening on a Wednesday and the biggest horror opening day ever, becoming the top opening day of 2023. With an impressive weekend haul of $5 million, including previews, the film secured the biggest launch weekend for a Blumhouse title and the second-biggest opening for a horror movie. These numbers clearly demonstrate the immense popularity and anticipation surrounding Five Nights at Freddy’s.
Five Nights at Freddy’s has surpassed the box office numbers of well-established horror franchises. Excluding previews, the film has outperformed notable titles like The Nun 2, Conjuring 2, and Annabelle Comes Home. The movie’s cumulative earnings after the first frame have already exceeded the lifetime totals of Insidious: The Red Door, Get Out, Annabelle, Halloween, M3GAN, and The Black Phone. This is a testament to the film’s exceptional storytelling and its ability to engage and thrill audiences.
Several key markets have embraced Five Nights at Freddy’s wholeheartedly, propelling it to new heights. In Italy, the film had a monumental start, generating $4 million and surpassing the cumulative earnings of Halloween, all Annabelle films, and M3GAN. The movie also claimed the title of the biggest Blumhouse opening of all time, further solidifying its place in cinematic history. Belgium witnessed a similar phenomenon, with Freddy’s scoring $900K and becoming the top Blumhouse start ever, surpassing the lifetime earnings of Lights Out and The Black Phone. The Philippines saw an outstanding opening with $625K, the highest ever for a Universal horror film. Portugal contributed to the film’s success with a remarkable $608K opening, claiming the biggest Blumhouse opening, including previews, and the third-biggest horror start of all time.
Five Nights at Freddy’s continues to dominate the box office in several markets. The top five markets after the second weekend are Mexico ($16.9M), the UK ($10.6M), Brazil ($7.7M), Australia ($6.5M), and Germany ($5M). The film still has releases in France and Korea later this month, and Japan in February 2024. With its unyielding momentum, Five Nights at Freddy’s is poised to achieve even greater success in the weeks to come.
While Five Nights at Freddy’s steals the spotlight, other films have also made a mark at the international box office. Universal/DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls Band Together accumulated an additional $13.2 million in 54 markets, building its offshore total to $57 million. Martin Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon added $11.9 million in 65 markets, bringing its offshore total to $66.8 million. Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour continued to enchant audiences with another $11.6 million, reaching an international cume of $65.1 million. Paramount/Nickelodeon/Spin Master’s Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie fetched an impressive $8 million in 67 markets, contributing to its overseas total of $119.7 million.
Five Nights at Freddy’s has become a cultural phenomenon, captivating audiences with its thrilling storyline and expertly crafted scares. Its box office triumph can be attributed to the film’s ability to connect with viewers on a deep and emotional level. As the film continues its global journey, it is set to leave an indelible mark on the horror genre and solidify its place among the greatest cinematic achievements of recent times.