safety
‘Scary Movie’ tops box office, slaying ‘Masters of the Universe’ and adding to low-budget streak
By Rubén Rosario at WSVN 7 News
· June 8, 2026
· 4 min read
NEW YORK (AP) — The summer box office is booming — but not because of the usual suspects. After three weeks of indie horror dominance at the box office, the slasher spoof “Scary Movie” topped ticket sales with $55 million over the weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday, easily besting the far
Key takeaway Though the genre has been all but left for dead in theaters, the sixth “Scary Movie” notched a franchise-best $105.
Why this matters in The Miami
The success of low-budget films like "Scary Movie" at the box office may have implications for Miami's own film industry. As a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami has a unique cultural landscape that could be tapped into by filmmakers looking to create content that resonates with diverse audiences. The fact that "Scary Movie" was able to outperform bigger-budget films like "Masters of the Universe" suggests that there is a demand for films that are made with a more modest budget but still offer high-quality entertainment. This could be an opportunity for local filmmakers in Miami to create their own low-budget films that showcase the city's vibrant culture and talent. Additionally, the success of films like "Scary Movie" could also attract more film production to Miami, which could have a positive impact on the local economy.
About this story
Original reporting by WSVN 7 News . The Miami surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit WSVN 7 News . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: safety ·
Published: June 8, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 4 min
newsletter" aria-label="Newsletter signup" style="margin:24px 0;padding:20px 24px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#1e3a5f 0%,#2d5a8c 100%);border-radius:10px;color:#fff">
Get more The Miami stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering safety and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? NEW YORK (AP) — The summer box office is booming — but not because of the usual suspects. After three weeks of indie horror dominance at the box office, the slasher spoof “Scary Movie” topped ticket sales with $55 million over the weekend, according to studio estimates Sunday, easily besting the far
When was this published? This article was first published on June 8, 2026 by WSVN 7 News and curated for The Miami readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Rubén Rosario at WSVN 7 News. To learn more about how The Miami selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more safety coverage from The Miami, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More safety →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter