2026’s R-Rated Horror Movie Crawlers Officially Removed From 1,000 Theaters—But 927 Is Reported
A sharp drop in bookings
Crawlers was showing in 1,040 locations during its opening week. For its second weekend, that number fell to 113, meaning the film was removed from 927 theaters. The decline amounted to more than 89% in seven days. The movie’s domestic opening weekend brought in $462,691, with an average of approximately $445 per theater.
Spiders trap apartment residents
The story follows a catastrophic infestation of venomous, deadly spiders in an apartment building. A police-mandated quarantine leaves building manager Serena and the residents trapped inside as the creatures multiply. Serena’s knowledge of the complex may help the group survive, but she must also confront her deepest fear.
The reported numbers differ
The headline says the film was removed from more than 1,000 theaters. The figures in the story instead report a decline of 927 locations, from 1,040 to 113.
The article also includes extended passages about horror villains Jason, Michael, Freddy and Pennywise. Those sections do not provide further information about Crawlers’ theater bookings or box office.
Key points
- Crawlers fell from 1,040 theaters to 113 for its second weekend.
- The reported reduction was 927 theaters, or more than 89%.
- The film earned $462,691 domestically in its opening weekend.
- Its story centers on venomous spiders trapping residents in an apartment building.