Box Office: ‘Insidious: Out of the Further’ Makes $3 Million in Previews

The success of Insidious: Out of the Further in its Thursday previews may not seem directly related to the music industry, but it highlights the ongoing trend of franchises and sequels driving box office numbers. This trend can also be seen in the music world, where established artists and familiar sounds often dominate the charts. The fact that a horror movie franchise like Insidious can continue to draw in audiences six movies in suggests that fans are hungry for familiar stories and characters, a phenomenon that can also be applied to music, where fans often flock to new releases from their favorite artists.

The box office performance of Insidious: Out of the Further will likely have implications for the music industry, particularly in the realm of soundtracks and scores. Horror movie soundtracks often feature a mix of established and up-and-coming artists, and a successful film can provide a boost to the careers of the musicians involved. Additionally, the success of a franchise like Insidious can influence the types of movies and music that are produced in the future, with studios and record labels taking note of what resonates with audiences.

As the weekend box office numbers for Insidious: Out of the Further are released, it will be worth watching to see how the film's performance affects the music industry. Will the movie's soundtrack feature any notable artists or songs, and will the film's success lead to new opportunities for musicians in the horror genre? The intersection of film and music is always worth watching, and the performance of Insidious: Out of the Further is just one example of how these two industries can influence and inform each other.

Originally reported by variety.com. MusicNewsletter adds analysis for culture, style & media readers.