'Five Nights at Freddy's' Film Earns $78 Million Domestically, $130 Million Worldwide, Becomes Most-Watched Title on Peacock Despite Negative Reviews, Director Paid $500K Upfront, Potential Sequel Ties into Second Game, Divides Critics and Fans on Rotten Tomatoes

The film adaptation of the popular video game 'Five Nights at Freddy's' is a box office success, earning $78 million domestically and $130 million worldwide on a $25 million budget. The movie has also become the most-watched title on the streaming platform Peacock. Director Emma Tammi was reportedly paid $500K upfront and will receive a percentage of the film's profit. Despite negative reviews, the movie has broken records and surpassed other horror films. A potential sequel may tie into the second game in the franchise. The film's success has divided critics and fans on Rotten Tomatoes.