Anne Hathaway’s $20M Horror Film ‘Mother Mary’ Tops HBO Max After $3M Box Office Flop

Anne Hathaway’s psychological horror movie Mother Mary has surged to the No. 1 spot on HBO Max globally, a stunning turnaround for a film that earned just $3 million during its theatrical run. Produced on a $20 million budget, the movie initially struggled to find an audience in theaters, but streaming audiences have embraced it, making it the biggest film on the platform. The film’s success highlights the growing power of streaming services to resurrect films that underperform at the box office. Hathaway, known for roles in The Devil Wears Prada and Les Misérables, leads the cast in this dark, unsettling story that has sparked conversation among horror fans. The shift from box office disappointment to streaming dominance underscores how viewer habits are changing, with many opting to watch new releases from home. For studios, this case may influence future distribution strategies, especially for mid-budget genre films that struggle to compete with blockbusters in theaters. Mother Mary’s journey from flop to hit is a reminder that a film’s life is no longer defined by its opening weekend.