Channing Tatum’s crime drama Roofman has surpassed the box office earnings of Dwayne Johnson’s The Smashing Machine and is now on track to exceed the worldwide gross of Jordan Peele’s sports horror film Him. Since its October 10 release, Roofman has maintained a solid presence at theaters, showing steady commercial momentum.
Strong Cast and Positive Critical Reception Boost Roofman
Directed by Derek Cianfrance, Roofman stars Channing Tatum alongside Kirsten Dunst, Ben Mendelsohn, LaKeith Stanfield, Juno Temple, Melonie Diaz, Uzo Aduba, Lily Collias, Jimmy O. Yang, and Peter Dinklage. The film has received notably better reviews compared to Him, with an 85% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, while Jordan Peele’s sports horror drama earned only 30% from critics.
Domestic and International Earnings Reflect Growing Interest
Data from Box Office Mojo reveals Roofman earned $417,000 on its second Wednesday in the U.S., marking a 43.5% decline from the previous Wednesday’s $738,000. In response to the film’s consistent performance, exhibitors expanded its screenings to 3,370 theaters. This increased availability helped Roofman accumulate $17.02 million domestically.
Internationally, the film has brought in $4.2 million, edging toward a $10 million milestone. Combining domestic and overseas revenue, Roofman’s worldwide total has surpassed $21.2 million.
Comparing Roofman to Jordan Peele’s Sports Horror “Him”
Him, a supernatural horror movie directed by Justin Tipping and produced under Jordan Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions, has struggled critically and commercially. It has earned $27.56 million globally to date. Roofman is now within $8 million of overtaking Him’s worldwide gross, which would bring it closer to ranking among the top 70 grossing films of 2025.
Plot Inspiration and Storyline Overview
Roofman draws inspiration from an unusual true story centered on Jeffrey Manchester, played by Channing Tatum, a former Army veteran who earned his nickname by breaking into McDonald’s locations through their rooftops during robberies. After escaping prison, he hides inside a Toys R Us store for several months, where he unexpectedly develops a relationship with a single mother, portrayed by Kirsten Dunst.
Current Box Office Totals Highlight Film’s Steady Success
- North America – $17.0 million
- International – $4.2 million
- Worldwide – $21.2 million
The ongoing earnings reflect solid audience interest and signal potential further growth as the film continues its theatrical run.
