What Makes Scream 7 the Top Horror Film of 2026? Insights on The Mummy's Performance!
2026: A Year of Surprises for Horror Films
This year has been quite fascinating for the horror genre at the box office. Although the much-anticipated sequel, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, fell short of expectations, other films have successfully drawn audiences to theaters. Currently, Scream 7 holds the title of the highest-grossing horror film of 2026, raking in an impressive $207.6 million globally.
In the second spot is Lee Cronin’s latest project, The Mummy, which has recently outperformed Sam Raimi’s Send Help. The Mummy has grossed $119.4 million worldwide as it continues its theatrical journey. However, it seems unlikely to surpass the earnings of Brendan Fraser’s iconic 1999 film, which made $417.6 million. The film faces tough competition from its sequels and Tom Cruise’s 2017 reboot, which earned $409.2 million.
The Mummy's performance will be closely watched, especially with several highly anticipated horror releases on the horizon, including Evil Dead Burn, Insidious 6, and Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil.
When comparing The Mummy to the Saw franchise, it’s noteworthy that the highest-grossing film in that series, Saw III, earned $164.9 million. With its current total of $119.4 million, The Mummy needs to earn an additional $45.5 million to surpass Saw III. The film has shown strong results not only in North America but also in various international markets, including parts of Europe, Mexico, and India.
The ability of The Mummy to close the $45.5 million gap will largely depend on its performance in both domestic and overseas markets over the next few weeks. While the target is challenging, the outcome will become clearer as the film continues its theatrical run.
The storyline of The Mummy centers around a journalist whose young daughter mysteriously vanishes in the desert, leading to the belief that she is lost forever. Eight years later, the girl unexpectedly returns, shocking her family. However, what starts as a long-awaited reunion quickly turns into a terrifying ordeal. The film features performances by Jack Reynor, Laia Costa, May Calamawy, Natalie Grace, and Veronica Falcón.