'Twisters' Dominates Box Office with $80.5M Domestic, $123M Global Opening

Jul 22, 2024, 11:46 AM

The movie 'Twisters' has made a significant impact at the box office, grossing $80.5 million domestically and $123.2 million worldwide in its opening weekend, including $32 million in theaters over the weekend. Directed by Lee Isaac Chung, the film is a sequel to the 1996 hit 'Twister' and features stars Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Anthony Ramos. The movie has been praised for its realistic depiction of storm chasing, with input from tornado consultant Kevin Kelleher and insights from meteorologist Matthew Cappucci. Despite its success, 'Twisters' faced challenges in China, debuting with just $1.5 million. The film's soundtrack, featuring original country songs, also contributed to its popularity. The movie's success comes amid a strong summer for sequels, with 'Inside Out 2' and 'Despicable Me 4' also performing well at the box office. 'Twisters' was filmed in various cities across Oklahoma, adding authenticity to its setting.