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Conjuring 2 Tops Wan's Box Office Returns
26 Apr
Summary
- The Conjuring 2 delivered the best return on investment for James Wan's recent films.
- Furious 7 was his highest-grossing film among the last five.
- Malignant was the only film that did not recoup its production budget.
Examining the financial performance of James Wan's last five directorial efforts reveals that The Conjuring 2 generated the highest return on investment. This supernatural horror film earned an impressive 8.07 times its production budget. While Furious 7 was Wan's top-grossing film in this selection, its return was slightly lower at 7.97 times its budget.
The analysis also highlighted a notable underperformer. Malignant was the only film among the group that did not successfully recoup its production costs. It fell short of its budget by an estimated $5.1 million, indicating a significant financial risk.
James Wan, known for directing Saw and the Conjuring franchise, has also directed other genres. His work includes the action film Furious 7 and the DC Extended Universe films Aquaman and Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, showcasing his versatility beyond horror.
The Conjuring 2, set in 1977, features paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. They travel to North London to assist a family experiencing a haunting. The film depicts their confrontation with a terrifying supernatural force.
