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Blumhouse Aims Sub-$1M Horror While Betting on IP Post-Merger
entertainment4 hours ago

Blumhouse Aims Sub-$1M Horror While Betting on IP Post-Merger

Jason Blum says Blumhouse will keep horror budgets ultra-low (including sub-$1M projects) even after the Blumhouse–Atomic Monster merger, while expanding into IP-driven titles. The company will balance originals (about 40% of its slate) with IP-heavy releases, aiming to be the 'Disney of Fear' and leveraging post-COVID audience trends. Get Out is highlighted as a turning point, and Blum emphasizes sustaining original storytelling alongside big IP projects across films, TV, and live events.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#blumhouse#entertainment#horror
Ejiofor Signs On for Mike Flanagan’s Exorcist Reimagining
film24 days ago

Ejiofor Signs On for Mike Flanagan’s Exorcist Reimagining

Chiwetel Ejiofor has joined Mike Flanagan’s all-new The Exorcist film, reuniting with the director on a fresh chapter in the franchise (not a Believer sequel). Filming is set for New York City, with a March 12, 2027 theatrical release. Flanagan wrote and will direct for Red Room Pictures, with Blumhouse-Atomic Monster-Morgan Creek and Universal producing; and Johansson, Jacobi Jupe, and Diane Lane are already attached.

via Deadline|
#2027-release#blumhouse#chiwetel-ejiofor
entertainment4 months ago

‘Black Phone 2’ Tops Box Office with $26.5M Opening

Black Phone 2 opened strongly with $26.5 million in the U.S. and $42 million globally, performing well against its $30 million budget and marking a significant win for Blumhouse. The film, praised for expanding the universe and audience reception, outperformed expectations and led the box office, while other releases like Tron: Ares and Good Fortune had mixed results.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#black-phone-2#blumhouse#box-office
entertainment4 months ago

Black Phone 2 Aims for $20 Million Debut Amid October Slump

'Black Phone 2' is estimated to debut between $18 million and $29 million at the North American box office, aiming to boost Blumhouse's recent streak of underwhelming results. The film, starring Ethan Hawke, is part of a sluggish October movie season, with expectations similar to the first film’s opening in 2021. The box office landscape remains challenging, with upcoming releases expected to drive future growth.

via Variety|
#black-phone-2#blumhouse#box-office
entertainment4 months ago

Jason Blum's Horror Empire: From Found Footage to Box Office Success

Jason Blum, founder of Blumhouse, discusses his company's success in horror, recent challenges, and future projects, including expanding the Stanley Hotel into a horror museum, rebooting franchises like 'Saw,' and his ongoing pursuit of iconic characters like Freddy Krueger and Jason Voorhees. Despite setbacks at the box office and industry shifts, Blum remains optimistic about the future of horror and his company's innovative low-budget model, while also embracing new technologies like AI.

via Variety|
#blumhouse#entertainment#film-industry
entertainment8 months ago

Blumhouse Reassesses Strategy After 'M3GAN 2.0' Underperformance

Blumhouse, once dominant in horror, is reevaluating its strategy after four consecutive box office misses in 2024, including the underperforming sequel M3GAN 2.0, which failed to meet expectations despite the original's success. The company is focusing on more traditional horror releases and learning from this year's setbacks to adapt to a saturated market and changing audience preferences.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#blumhouse#box-office#entertainment
entertainment8 months ago

Blumhouse Acquires Full Rights and Stake in 'Saw' Franchise

Blumhouse has acquired a stake in the 'Saw' horror franchise from Twisted Pictures, bringing the series back to its original creator James Wan, with Lionsgate continuing distribution. The deal marks a significant step in revitalizing the franchise, which has generated over $1 billion globally, and involves collaboration with Content Partners. Wan and Leigh Whannell are expected to have creative input for future installments.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#blumhouse#entertainment#film-acquisition
entertainment8 months ago

Blumhouse in Negotiations to Acquire 'Saw' Franchise Rights

Blumhouse is in negotiations to acquire a stake in the Saw horror franchise from Twisted Pictures, potentially bringing the franchise back into the fold of creator James Wan, who directed the original film. The deal, which stalled earlier this year over pricing issues, could lead to new movies or series, and marks a trend of creatives gaining ownership of their creations. The Saw franchise, launched in 2004, has been highly profitable and expansive, with the latest film released in 2023.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#acquisition#blumhouse#entertainment