'Speak No Evil' Opens at No. 2 with $11.5M on Friday the 13th, Global Total $20.8M

Sep 15, 2024, 01:00 PM

James McAvoy stars in the newly released horror-thriller 'Speak No Evil,' which opened in theaters on Friday the 13th. The film, which also features Mackenzie Davis, debuted at number two at the box office, earning $11.5 million domestically, including pre-shows, and $9.3 million internationally, bringing its global total to $20.8 million. 'Speak No Evil' received a B+ CinemaScore and an identical 85% score from both critics and audiences on Rotten Tomatoes. The film's production cost was $15 million. McAvoy shared that he did not watch the original film before filming the remake and used a friend as inspiration for one of the most unnerving scenes. The movie's ensemble cast and McAvoy's performance have been highlighted as key factors driving its success. It is set to be released on Blu-ray and DVD.