Sinners premiered in U.S. theaters on April 18th, and has dominated the box office ever since. It opened with $55.8 million and followed up with $45.7 million in its second weekend, outperforming major franchise films and becoming the first R-rated horror movie in 35 years to earn an A CinemaScore.
The Story
Set in 1932 Mississippi, Sinners follows twin brothers Smoke and Stack Moore (both played by Michael B. Jordan), WWI veterans and former Chicago bootleggers, who return home to open a juke joint. Their cousin Sammie (Miles Caton), a gifted blues guitarist, joins them. But their music stirs something ancient—vampires led by the enigmatic Remmick (Jack O’Connell), who see the juke joint as a gateway to power. As the night unfolds, the brothers and their community must confront supernatural horrors and their own haunted pasts.
Cast
- Michael B. Jordan as Smoke / Stack Moore
- Miles Caton as Sammie Moore
- Hailee Steinfeld as Mary
- Jack O’Connell as Remmick
- Wunmi Mosaku as Annie
- Jayme Lawson as Pearline
- Delroy Lindo as Delta Slim
- Omar Benson Miller as Cornbread
- Li Jun Li as Grace Chow
- Saul Williams as Jedidiah Moore
What Makes Sinners So Special?
This isn’t just a vampire flick. Sinners blends horror, historical drama, and musical storytelling into something deeply original. The film explores themes of racial trauma, ancestral spirituality, and the power of music. The blues soundtrack, composed by Ludwig Göransson, is integral to the story, with Sammie’s guitar playing serving as both a weapon and a spiritual bridge .
Critics have praised the film’s boldness and emotional depth.
Will There Be a Sinners Sequel?
As of now, there’s no official word on a sequel. The film’s ending is both tragic and poetic, offering closure while leaving room for more. Given its critical and commercial success, a follow-up seems likely — but whether it continues the Moore family saga or explores new characters remains to be seen.
Is Sinners Based on a Book?
No, Sinners is an original screenplay by Ryan Coogler. Not based on any book. It marks his return to original storytelling after Black Panther and Creed, and is inspired by his love for blues music and African American spiritual traditions.
Final Verdict
Sinners is a great watch. It’s a horror film with heart, a musical with bite, and a historical drama that resonates with audiences. Whether you’re a fan of Coogler’s previous work or just looking for something fresh and powerful, Sinners delivers.
