: Director Scott Derrickson stated that many of the children in the film and the atmosphere of the 1970s Denver suburbs were based on his own childhood experiences and friends. Sequel Information
: The film grossed $161.4 million worldwide against a relatively small production budget. Black Phone
Due to the first film's success, a sequel titled has been developed. The Black Phone Movie Review | Common Sense Media : Director Scott Derrickson stated that many of
The film was generally well-received by both critics and casual viewers. The Black Phone Movie Review | Common Sense
: It grossed $90.1 million in the U.S. and Canada, holding a spot in the top ten highest-grossing films for seven consecutive weeks. Critical & Audience Reception
The Black Phone was a major success for Blumhouse and Universal, significantly outperforming its budget.
: It is estimated to have generated approximately $67.8 million in net profit after accounting for advertising and overhead costs.