Sinners
has been creating a massive buzz since its release on April 18, 2025, taking the film world by storm. Ryan Coogler’s latest action-packed thriller is racking up praise and box office success, surpassing expectations despite its limited release. Its momentum is undeniable, earning its place as a top contender for film of the year. Among the many to recognize its brilliance is Tom Cruise, who recently sent props to the Sinners
crew.
As of April 25, 2025, Sinners
has grossed $122.5 million and earned rave reviews, with 98 per cent positivity from critics. Now, the legendary Tom Cruise himself has weighed in on the film’s success.
Sinners gets the Tom Cruise seal of approval: A victory for Ryan Coogler and crew
In a recent X post, Tom Cruise gave a glowing shout-out to Ryan Coogler, Michael B. Jordan, and the entire Sinners
cast and crew
, calling it a “must see
” in theaters with a special mention to stick around for the end credits.
The legendary actor’s endorsement has electrified fans, further fueling the film’s already massive success. With such high-profile praise, Sinners
is set to attract even more attention and ticket sales in the coming weeks, as per fans.
Congratulations Ryan, Michael, and to the entire cast and crew. Must see in a cinema and stay through the end credits! pic.twitter.com/rQ54y74j2e
— Tom Cruise (@TomCruise) April 27, 2025
Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan, who teamed up for Sinners
, a bold horror film set in 1930s Mississippi. Jordan played a dual role as twins Smoke and Stack, alongside Miles Caton, Li Jun Li, and Hailee Steinfeld. As supernatural forces descended on a juke joint, the cast praised Coogler’s brilliance, with Jordan highlighting their close creative bond built over multiple past collaborations. In its second weekend, Sinners
triumphed, surpassing even a 20-year-old Star Wars
classic for the top spot.
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While horror films typically fade after opening weekend, Ryan Coogler’s Sinners
is shattering expectations, becoming a box office powerhouse and redefining what it means to be event cinema.
Sinners takes the lead, leaving a 20-year-old Star Wars film in the dust
Sinners
continues to dominate, pulling in $45 million in its second weekend, with a mere 6% drop from its massive Easter debut—something we have not seen since Avatar
in 2009. Globally, the film has soared to $161.6 million, proving it is no longer just a horror flick for die-hard fans but a must-see for mainstream audiences. The audience split evened out to 50/50, while IMAX showings are taking over, now accounting for 21% of the global earnings—an impressive leap from last week.
#Sinners has now grossed $161M at the worldwide box office 💰
• Made $45M in its second domestic weekend — a 6% drop
• One of the smallest box office drops for a major film in modern history
• Could finish its run making over $300M
• Production budget was $90M pic.twitter.com/dI2RpPXew0
— Culture Crave 🍿 (@CultureCrave) April 27, 2025
Sinners
, starring Michael B. Jordan as dual twins, stormed into theaters with rave reviews, blending horror, drama, action, and a unique musical twist that fans have embraced
. Paul Dergarabedian of Comscore highlighted its impressive second-week performance, calling it a true industry standout. Now, with Tom Cruise offering his praise, the buzz around the film has reached a fever pitch, solidifying its status as a must-watch.
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? Let us know in the comments below.