'Happy Death Day' and Horror Films Dominating This Year's Box Office | THR News

The transcript discusses the success of the horror film 'Happy Death Day', which opened at number one with $26.5 million against a $5 million budget. It highlights the achievements of Blumhouse Productions, led by Jason Blum, with hits like 'Get Out'. The horror genre is experiencing a resurgence, with films like 'It' and 'Annabelle Creation' performing well. However, not all horror films succeed, as seen with 'Flatliners' and 'Mother'. The transcript also notes the importance of release dates and audience demographics in a film's success.

How did 'Happy Death Day' perform at the box office compared to its production budget?

What is the main premise of the movie 'Happy Death Day'?

What demographic made up more than 60% of the audience for 'Happy Death Day'?

What factors did Blum attribute to the success of 'Happy Death Day'?

What challenges did other horror films face at the box office according to the text?