Guess which genre took over this year — You won’t be surprised

If 2025 had a heartbeat, it would echo the sound of screams, suspense, and cinematic chills.

As per as it's concerned about ruling the box office, the horror genre has clearly won the race of millions over others.  

This year undeniably belonged to the horror genre, and no one’s even shocked. From blood-curdling blockbusters to haunting reboots, fear officially ruled the box office.

Sinners

Leading the terror train was Sinners, which became an unexpected cultural phenomenon.

Released in April by Warner Bros., the R-rated nightmare raked in a staggering $278 million, proving audiences can’t resist a good scare.

Its success set the tone for the year, paving the way for a horror-heavy lineup that kept moviegoers hooked and hiding behind their popcorn.

The Conjuring: Last Rites

Next in line was The Conjuring: Last Rites, which cast its spell in September with $168 million in box office earnings.

Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga’s return as the Warrens reaffirmed that supernatural sagas still have a sacred place in Hollywood’s heart.

Weapons, Final Destination, and 28 Years Later

Movies like Weapons, Final Destination: Bloodlines, and 28 Years Later followed closely behind, each drawing massive crowds and reminding fans that fear is timeless.

Sequels 

Even remakes and sequels found fresh life, from I Know What You Did Last Summer to M3GAN 2.0, adding a futuristic spin to classic frights.

Interestingly, most of these chart-toppers came from studios like Warner Bros. and Sony Pictures, signaling that major players are fully leaning into the genre’s golden era.

Horror quietly dominated every season, from February’s Heart Eyes to 2024 gothic hit Nosferatu.

The Secret?

Good scripts, low budgets, massive returns, and an emotional farewell.

Whether it’s the adrenaline rush, the mystery, or the cathartic scream, audiences are finding comfort in chaos. As 2025 nears its end, one thing is crystal clear: fear sells.

So, if you felt this year was one long jump scare, you weren’t imagining it; Hollywood’s scariest genre just had its best year yet.