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Buddy Box Office Smash: Horror Comedy Earns Millions Fast
8 Sep
Summary
- The low-budget horror-comedy Buddy earned $14.3 million in just ten days.
- The film surpassed its break-even target of $7.5 million within ten days.
- Buddy was made on a $3 million budget and has not been released internationally.
The R-rated horror-comedy Buddy has achieved significant box office success, earning $14.3 million in its first ten days of release. The film, which premiered at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, was produced with a low budget of $3 million, excluding marketing costs.
Buddy has surpassed its break-even point of $7.5 million, demonstrating strong financial performance despite a limited release. All of its earnings thus far have come from North America, as the movie has not yet been released internationally. The film is currently playing in over 1,771 theaters, having added 494 locations due to its solid run.
The supernatural comedy follows a group of children who interact with Buddy, the star of a children's television show. However, cracks appear in this seemingly happy world when one child resists, revealing a darker aspect to Buddy's persona. The film was released in theaters on August 28.
