Slasher Sequel Defies Expectations, Nears Iconic Hitchcock Classic's Record

In a surprising turn of events, the horror sequel "I Know What You Did Last Summer" has emerged as a box office success in 2025, quietly building a winning streak and nearing the record of an iconic Alfred Hitchcock classic.

While other major horror releases like "Him," "The Conjuring: Last Rites," and "Weapons" have dominated headlines, this fourth installment in the "I Know What You Did Last Summer" franchise has managed to attract steady crowds despite poor reviews and low critical scores. Released on July 18, the film has already pulled in a solid $64.7 million worldwide, with an almost even split between domestic and international markets.

With a production budget of $45 million, the movie has not only recouped its costs but also generated a profit of around 44%, a rare feat for a sequel. This quiet success is even more remarkable considering how the film continued to run steadily, week after week, without becoming a massive event. It has now reached a point where it stands among the profitable horror releases of the year.

The box office story of "I Know What You Did Last Summer" takes an even more impressive turn as it nears the domestic box office record of Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 masterpiece "Psycho." While the iconic horror film still holds a slightly higher domestic total, the difference is now only a few thousand dollars. If "I Know What You Did Last Summer" manages to surpass "Psycho's" lifetime domestic collection of $32.18 million, it will mark a rare achievement for a modern slasher sequel, cementing its place among the standout horror hits of 2025.