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Horror film 'Insidious 5' tops box office thanks in part to 'perfect release date' between 'Indiana Jones' and 'Mission Impossible'.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2023. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Bahr, Lindsey 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the box office performance of the horror film "Insidious: The Red Door," which topped the charts with $32.7 million in its opening weekend, surpassing the previous Disney release "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny." Despite receiving poor reviews, the film's success reflects the profitability of the horror genre, which has consistently attracted audiences. Other notable performances include "Sound of Freedom," which earned $18.2 million, and "Joy Ride," which debuted with $5.9 million. The article highlights the competitive landscape of the summer movie season and the importance of strategic release timing. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2023/07, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Film
  • Publication Date:2023
  • Accession Number:164798050
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