Blumhouse and Atomic Monster Films Gross $1 Billion in 2025
Blumhouse and Atomic Monster Films achieved remarkable success in 2025, grossing over $1 billion at the global box office. This marks a significant milestone as it is the first time the combined entity has surpassed this figure since its merger. The year’s box office results highlighted some standout productions and trends in the horror genre.
Box Office Performance Overview
The combined productions from Blumhouse and Atomic Monster earned a staggering $1.022 billion in 2025. This revenue was generated from a total production budget of approximately $204 million, excluding prints and advertising costs, showcasing exceptional profitability.
Key Films Contributing to Success
- The Conjuring: Last Rites – This film was the highest grosser for the combined companies, earning $494.6 million worldwide. It holds the record as the best-performing film in the Conjuring franchise.
- Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 – With a global take of $201.8 million, the sequel performed well at the box office, especially in its domestic market, which accounted for $108.9 million.
- The Black Phone 2 – This film grossed $132.1 million worldwide and marked one of the top three openings for a Blumhouse-Atomic Monster film.
- The Monkey – Based on a Stephen King short story, it garnered $68.8 million globally, with $39.9 million from domestic audiences.
- M3GAN 2.0 – Although it didn’t match its predecessor’s success, it still contributed with a $39 million global gross.
- The Woman in the Yard – Released in March, this film made $23.3 million, with most revenues generated domestically.
Historical Context and Future Prospects
The 2025 gross is a significant improvement over 2023, where Blumhouse’s films collectively earned $821.9 million. Universal’s titles, like Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom and Nun II, also contributed to the horror genre’s robust performance.
The success of these films indicates a strong appetite for horror content. Blumhouse and Atomic Monster Films continue to shape the future of the genre, with upcoming releases slated for the next year, including Lee Cronin’s The Mummy.
Implications for the Horror Genre
This impressive financial performance underscores the resilience and popularity of horror films in the entertainment industry. With new titles regularly added to this successful lineage, Blumhouse and Atomic Monster are well-positioned to maintain their status as leaders in producing captivating horror content.
