Paramount’s slasher sequel “Scream 7” is officially the highest-grossing installment in the long-running franchise with $176.9 million, overtaking the lifetime hauls of the original 1996 “Scream” ($173 million) and 1997 sequel “Scream 2” ($172 million), not adjusted for inflation. Those ticket sales for “Scream 7” include $70.4 million at the international box office and $106.5 million domestically. It’s a testament to the studio’s efforts in reviving the property in 2022. Box office watchers attribute the strong turnout to nostalgia for Neve Campbell’s heroic return as Sidney Prescott (she sat out the prior entry due to a salary dispute), as well as the enduring popularity of the horror genre.
In another box office milestone, Chloe Zhao’s Shakespearean tragedy “Hamnet” crossed the $100 million mark on Oscar weekend. The film, which is nominated for eight Academy Awards at Sunday evening’s ceremony, has powered to $100.6 million globally, including a mighty $75.2 million internationally and $24.1 million in North America.
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