A closer look at “‘Other Mommy’ Edges ‘Verity’ in Photo Finish for U.K. and Ireland Box Office Crown”, exactly as the source publishes it. Universal’s horror film “Other Mommy,” directed by Rob Savage and starring Jessica Chastain and Jay Duplass, debuted at No. and Ireland with £1.97 million ($2.66 million), narrowly beating Sony’s psychological thriller “Verity” in a dead heat. The close race highlights a competitive weekend for genre fare, with both films appealing to audiences seeking suspense and scares. “Other Mommy” marks another strong horror opening for Universal and director Savage, known for his work on “Host” and “Dashcam,” while Chastain’s star power continues to draw viewers.
The result underscores the enduring popularity of horror and thriller titles in the U.K. market, even as overall box office remains in recovery. With such a slim margin, final rankings could shift as final figures are tallied, but for now “Other Mommy” claims the crown—a promising sign for its theatrical run. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.