‘Weapons’ Claims the Top Spot at the Weekend Box Office With Strong Critical and Audience Reception
The latest film from director Zach Cregger, Weapons, made a commanding debut at the box office over the weekend, taking the number one position both domestically and internationally. The Warner Bros. release earned an estimated $42.5 million in North America and $70 million globally, opening in 72 markets and securing the top spot in eight countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy.
The film’s debut marks Warner Bros.’ seventh number-one opening of the year and continues the studio’s streak of six consecutive releases surpassing $40 million in their opening weekends. The strong showing also cements Cregger’s growing reputation following his breakout success with Barbarian.
Weapons stars Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, and Benedict Wong in a horror mystery described as weaving multiple interconnected narratives. The film has drawn attention for its layered storytelling and atmospheric tension, with early reviews pointing to its ability to balance suspense with emotional impact.
Critical reception has been largely positive. On Rotten Tomatoes, Weapons holds a 95% rating, while audience polling services have also reflected enthusiasm—CinemaScore awarded the film an A–, and PostTrak surveys indicated a strong 4 out of 5 stars from viewers.
While many reviews highlight the film’s direction, performances, and intricate narrative structure, some have noted that its ambition occasionally comes at the expense of deeper character exploration. Still, the overall response suggests that Weapons is resonating with a wide audience, blending mainstream appeal with a distinctive creative approach.
With its impressive opening and sustained conversation among critics and fans alike, Weapons appears poised to be one of the season’s most talked-about films.
