"The Exorcist: Believer" topped the domestic weekend box office charts, bringing in an impressive $27.2 million in ticket sales. This new installment in the renowned Exorcist franchise also did well globally, pulling in an additional $17.8 million for a remarkable total of $45 million worldwide. This strong start surpassed the debut of "Exorcist: The Beginning," which accumulated $18 million in 2004. Worth noting is that the original Exorcist film, launched in 1973, had modest initial earnings of $1.9 million but went on to amass a substantial $441.3 million globally.

Though "The Exorcist: Believer" enjoyed a successful opening, reviews indicate that the film, while a solid horror movie, may not fully meet expectations as a revival of such a landmark in horror cinema.

The previous week's winner, "Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie," held strong at the box office in second place, earning $11.7 million domestically. Internationally, the latest Paw Patrol movie has gathered an impressive $48.2 million, totaling $87 million globally. Other notable box office performers included "Saw X," "The Creator," and "The Blind," rounding out the top five.

Moving forward, fans eagerly anticipate the rest of 2023's releases, with a special curiosity for how "The Exorcist: Believer" will contribute to the horror genre's rich history.