The Nun II: A Box Office Horror Phenomenon

Directed by Michael Graves and starring Taissa Farmiga and Storm Reid, "The Nun II" outperforms expectations

"The Nun II" is part of the Conjuring universe, which boasts nine films and $2.1 billion in box office earnings.

"The Nun II" earns $52.7 million internationally, with Mexico leading the way at $8.9 million.

Despite critical reviews, horror remains a critic-proof genre, as evidenced by "The Nun II."

A sneak peek into the spine-tingling fall films, including "A Death in Venice," "Saw X," and "The Exorcist: Believer."

Denzel Washington's "Equalizer 3" maintains its box office presence with $12.1 million in its second weekend.

"My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3" earns $10 million, two decades after the original's success.

Indian thriller "Jawan" opens at fourth place with $6.2 million, thanks to Shah Rukh Khan's star power.

"Barbie" holds strong at fifth place with $5.9 million, amassing $620.5 million domestically.

A quick look at other noteworthy releases, including "Blue Beetle," "Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story," and "Oppenheimer."

"The Nun II" proves horror's timeless allure and its dominant presence in the film industry, promising a thrilling season ahead.