Lupita Nyong’o Shatters Box Office Expectations with “A Quiet Place: Day One”

Lupita Nyong’o’s latest film, “A Quiet Place: Day One,” has taken the box office by storm, surpassing all expectations with its massive opening weekend. Premiering behind Disney’s “Inside Out 2,” the film has become the biggest opening in the entire franchise, showcasing not only the series’ enduring popularity but also Nyong’o’s undeniable star power as a Black A-lister in Hollywood.

According to Variety, the film raked in $53 million domestically and $45.5 million internationally, totaling an impressive $98.5 million in its opening weekend. In a year filled with uncertainty for the film industry, the success of “A Quiet Place: Day One” is a much-needed win, especially considering that spinoff stories typically don’t perform as well as direct sequels.

This triumph comes on the heels of Will Smith’s successful release of “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” which revitalized the spring box office earlier this year. The success of both films underscores the importance of winning over Black audiences, who have proven time and time again to be a crucial demographic in the industry.

Nyong’o’s affinity for horror films has also played a significant role in her career, with her roles in projects like “Us” and “Little Monsters” earning critical acclaim. Speaking about her attraction to the genre, Nyong’o explained, “This genre helps us exercise emotions that we are otherwise running away from a lot of the time, we don’t get permission to be openly scared in our real life.”

As Nyong’o continues to captivate audiences with her diverse range of roles, it’s clear that her talent and versatility are a force to be reckoned with in Hollywood.