The rise ofTwistersat the 2024 Box Office has been a welcome one, with thestorm-chasing sequel the perfect action romp to entertain the masses. Because of this, the film has already surpassed some impressive milestones financially, with its latest seeing the movie make over$154 million domestically. After a Sunday, July 28 showing of over $10 million, the film has stormed past yet another target, now returning a total of $220 million worldwide on a reported budget of $155 million. On its current trend, the movie will double its budget within a week or so, with consistent daily totals of over $10 million proving that the hunger forGlen Powellfighting storms is prevalent.
The film first began its theatrical run on July 19 and has thus far proven a force to be reckoned with against some of 2024’s biggest outings. The likes ofDespicable Me 4andInside Out 2have been major players at this summer’s box office, butTwisters' arrival saw both end their run of topping the dailies. Alas,Twisters' seven-day charge at the top of the dailies was ended by the arrival ofDeadpool & Wolverine, with perhaps 2024’s most highly-anticipated filmsurprising no one by topping the global Box Office.
‘Twisters’ Is a Masterclass in Action-Packed Cinematic Gold
Although many may have first flocked to their local theaters out of love for the 1996 original, it is clear that thesheer brilliance of this spiritual sequel has helped maintain a consistent box office showing so far. Directed byLee Isaac Chung,Twisterssees Hollywood heartthrob Powell join forces withNormal People’sDaisy Edgar-Jonesto tackle an eye-popping plethora of wild weather. An action-packed thrill ride from minute one, the film is most certainly a worthy cinematic experience, appreciated even better on the big screen.
Not just a public success, the film impressed critics too, withCollider’s own Jeff Ewing praising the popcorn flick, saying, “Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell prove they can anchor a thrilling tale, grounding a film that has scale and high stakes. Lee Isaac Chung’s direction is inspired and the script itself is well-paced, intelligent, and full of memorable moments, alongside a strong showcase and development of themes that connect with the original film,” before adding, “On balance,Twistersis nonetheless a thrilling crowd-pleaser that takes the disaster picture in exciting, novel directions, and an excellent showcase of talent across the board.”
Twistershas officially surpassed $150 million at the US box office. You can still catch the film in theaters right now, grab your tickets below.
An update to the 1996 film ‘Twister’, which centered on a pair of storm chasers who risk their lives in an attempt to test an experimental weather alert system.
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