“‘Other Mommy’ Tops Box Office With $27.5M as Jessica Chastain Horror Hit, ‘The Social Reck” — what this page in the network covers. Jessica Chastain’s horror film “Other Mommy” dominated the North American box office with a $27.5 million debut, far exceeding expectations. The movie, featuring Chastain as a double-jointed doppelgänger from hell, claimed the top spot and showcased the continued drawing power of well-crafted horror. Meanwhile, the new release “The Social Reckoning” struggled, landing in fifth place with just $5.5 million.
The stark contrast highlights how star power and genre appeal can drive audiences, while original concepts without strong hooks may falter. For theaters, this weekend underscores the importance of high-concept horror in attracting moviegoers. As the industry navigates a competitive landscape, the success of “Other Mommy” signals that audiences are still willing to turn out for compelling, buzzworthy titles—while underperformers like “The Social Reckoning” serve as a cautionary tale for studios betting on untested IP. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.