When 'The Babadook' first premiered in theaters a decade ago, it was shown in just two cinemas. Fast forward to today, and the film is set to return to 500 theaters next month. This resurgence of older films in theaters is a growing trend in the movie industry, with many classics making anniversary runs on the big screen.
One notable example is the 2009 stop-motion film 'Coraline,' which recently grossed over $25 million in just two weeks. This renewed interest in older movies has led to successful re-releases of films like 'Star Wars: Episode One – The Phantom Menace' and 'The Babadook.'
