‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ Targets $70M Global Box Office Debut

Universal and Blumhouse’s highly anticipated sequel, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, is aiming for a substantial global box office debut of around $70 million. The film is projected to generate between $35 million and $40 million domestically, with an additional $30 million expected from international markets. Directed by Emma Tammi, the sequel is expected to secure the second spot at the box office, trailing behind Disney’s Zootopia 2, which is anticipated to generate approximately $50 million in its second weekend.

Box Office Insights for December

The first weekend of December is typically known for low box office earnings. However, the release of Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, coupled with the third weekend of Wicked: For Good, is likely to set a new record. Last year, the combined earnings of the top three films during this timeframe, including Moana 2 and Gladiator II, reached just over $100 million.

Franchise Popularity and Audience Engagement

• The original Five Nights at Freddy’s debuted in Fall 2023, grossing an impressive $80 million in its opening weekend.
• Despite receiving mixed reviews, the franchise has a loyal following, particularly among the 18-25 age demographic.
• Trailers for the sequel have garnered nearly 400 million views globally.

International Release Schedule

The sequel is set to open in 76 markets, starting with South Korea and France on Wednesday. Additional rollouts include Mexico, Brazil, Italy, Germany, and Australia on Thursday, followed by the UK and Spain on Friday. Japan will see the film release on January 23.

Plot Overview

Continuing from the original film’s events, more than a year has passed since the chaos at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza. Former security guard Mike, portrayed by Josh Hutcherson, and police officer Vanessa (Elizabeth Lail) have hidden the truth from Mike’s sister, Abby (Piper Rubio), about her beloved animatronic friends. However, Abby’s decision to sneak out and connect with Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and Foxy leads to unforeseen chaos.

Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 is booked for a release in over 3,300 theaters, with previews beginning at 2 PM on Thursday. As the franchise continues to thrive, expectations remain high for this sequel to deliver a strong performance at the box office.