Sun Apr 20 08:20:00 UTC 2025: ## “Sinners” Stakes its Claim: Original Horror Film Outperforms “Minecraft” at Easter Box Office

**Los Angeles, CA** – Warner Bros. is celebrating a box office victory this Easter weekend, with Ryan Coogler’s original vampire film, *Sinners*, exceeding expectations and delivering a strong opening. While initial projections favored *A Minecraft Movie* for the top spot, *Sinners*, starring Michael B. Jordan, ultimately claimed the lead with an estimated $40 million over the three-day weekend. *A Minecraft Movie* followed closely behind, earning an estimated $45 million.

This success marks a significant win for original films, particularly within the challenging horror genre. *Sinners*’ impressive $19.2 million on Friday alone surpassed industry forecasts, defying typical Saturday box office declines. The film also achieved a rare “A” CinemaScore, outperforming critical darlings like *Get Out* and *A Quiet Place Part II*. The strong audience response, evidenced by a 5-star PostTrak rating and 84% definite recommend score, indicates significant word-of-mouth potential.

*A Minecraft Movie* also performed well, exceeding $45 million and securing its third No. 1 weekend in a row, bringing its total gross to over $348 million.

The weekend’s overall box office performance is promising, with a total estimated $134 million across all films—a 104% increase compared to the same frame last year. The success of *Sinners* is particularly noteworthy given its $90 million+ budget, a sum reflecting the studio’s investment in auteur filmmaking. Warner Bros. strategically chose to release *Sinners* during the Easter weekend, a decision that proved successful in reaching a broad audience.

The strong performance of both Warner Bros. films allowed the studio to dominate the top two spots at the box office. Other notable releases included Angel Studios’ *King of Kings*, which secured third place in its second weekend, and 20th Century Studios’ *The Amateur*, which fell to fourth place.

The success of *Sinners* highlights the appeal of original content and the continued power of theatrical releases, even in a post-pandemic landscape dominated by streaming services. The film’s strong reception among diverse demographics, particularly Black moviegoers (49%), further underscores its broad appeal.

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