Move over “Twilight,” there’s a new vampire film in town. Ryan Coogler’s latest film “Sinners” just pulled off the unthinkable: a perfect 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated vampire movie ever. Yep, higher than “Nosferatu” (97%) and “Let the Right One In” (98%). Move over, vampire royalty; there’s a new bloodsucker in town.
What The Reviewers Are Saying
The film stars Michael B. Jordan (no surprise there) in a dual-role, as twin brothers (Smoke and Stack), who are returning to their Mississippi hometown in the 1930s. But instead of your standard southern homecoming drama, they’re up against something way more sinister.
Critics are already calling it a genre game-changer.
- Michael Gingold of Rue Morgue said the film “masterfully evokes a past time through a modern lens and combines a deeply human story with jolts of the supernatural” in his review.
- “The film unleashes a visual intensity as it maneuvers through its layered themes while embracing its magnetic music, sex appeal, and ultra violent madness.” said David Gonzalez of The Cinematic Reel, who also noted that “Sinners is sure to take a bite out of every “Best of 2025” list.”
- And lastly, Liz Shannon Miller’s review on Consequence praises Ryan Coogler for having “a real talent for exploring and reinventing genres, while still telling a story that feels wholly original.”
A Bloody Good Start at the Box Office
Let’s be real: a perfect critic score is nice, but it’s the box office numbers that keep the lights on. Lucky for “Sinners,” early projections are looking just as shiny. According to Box Office Theory, the film is expected to rake in over $40 million during its opening weekend, which is wild for an April release with a $90 million budget.
And considering Coogler’s track record (“Fruitvale Station,” “Creed,” “Black Panther”), it’s not shocking that people are lining up. His films don’t just tell stories—they make statements. And with “Sinners,” it looks like he’s flipping the vampire genre on its head while still keeping it thrilling, stylish, and socially charged.
The Final Bite: When You Can See “Sinners”
“Sinners” hits theaters April 18, 2025, and all signs point to this being the vampire film of the decade. Coogler and Jordan are clearly in their “we don’t miss” era, and this perfect Rotten Tomatoes score just seals the deal. If you weren’t hyped already, now’s the time to start counting down.
Fangs out, friends—it’s gonna be a ride.