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In a surprising twist, Twisters has experienced a remarkable resurgence at the domestic box office six weeks following its initial release. The standalone sequel to the 1996 blockbuster Twister, Twisters made its debut on July 19, directed by the acclaimed Lee Isaac Chung. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, Kiernan Shipka, Anthony Ramos, Maura Tierney, and Brandon Perea. Despite facing fierce competition from major releases like Deadpool & Wolverine, Inside Out 2, and Alien: Romulus, Twisters has managed to carve out significant box office success.

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While the original 1996 disaster epic Twister was celebrated for its star-studded lineup, the sequel aims to match, if not surpass, its predecessor with a formidable cast.

According to Collider, Twisters has enjoyed a box office revival more than a month after its premiere. This past weekend alone saw a 17% increase in its domestic box office earnings compared to the previous weekend. Remarkably, this uptick occurred despite the movie being shown in 201 fewer theaters. Twisters raked in $7.16 million over the weekend, pushing its total domestic earnings to an impressive $258.03 million.

Twisters’ Box Office Success Explained

One of the key factors behind Twisters’ late surge in box office performance is its return to the immersive 4DX format. This unique viewing experience combines 3D visuals with sensory effects like gusting wind and squirting water, enhancing audience engagement. Initially, Twisters had a limited but successful run in 4DX. However, public demand on social media prompted Regal to reintroduce the film in this format. The distribution team heeded these requests, leading to sold-out 4DX screenings over the weekend.

Internationally, Twisters has garnered just under $100 million. Although less impressive than its domestic haul, the combined global earnings amount to $358.3 million. This positions Twisters among the top 10 highest-grossing films of 2024, currently ranking ninth behind Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes and Bad Boys: Ride or Die. The top earners of the year so far are Inside Out 2 and Deadpool & Wolverine, both surpassing the $1 billion mark.

Given its hefty production budget estimated at $155 million, Twisters needed to amass at least $300 million to break even. With worldwide earnings of $358.3 million, the film is not only on track to break even but also likely to turn a profit as it continues to gain momentum from this unexpected boost.

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Twisters serves as a long-awaited sequel to the original 1996 film Twister and has been fast-tracked by industry heavyweights Steven Spielberg and Mark L. Smith, with Frank Marshall producing. While details remain scarce, it is confirmed that Helen Hunt will reprise her role as Jo, potentially paying tribute to the late Bill Paxton.

Director Lee Isaac Chung Release Date: July 19, 2024 Studio(s): Universal Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures, Amblin Entertainment, The Kennedy/Marshall Company Distributor(s): Universal Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures Writers: Mark L. Smith, Joseph Kosinski, Michael Crichton, Anne-Marie Martin Cast: Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos, Brandon Perea, Daryl McCormack Runtime: 117 Minutes Prequel(s): Twister Main Genre: Thriller