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This M. Night Shyamalan Film Is Topping Streaming Charts Despite Box Office Flop

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Story by Marco Vito OddoDecember 2, 2024 • 4:06 PM
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M. Night Shyamalan's latest thriller 'Trap' finds unexpected streaming success, despite a lackluster box office run, proving the director's enduring appeal to audiences.
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  • Despite mixed reviews and modest box office earnings, 'Trap' has become a hit on streaming platform Max, consistently ranking among the most-watched titles due to word-of-mouth and the film's perfect timing for the Halloween season.
  • Shyamalan's signature visual style and innovative use of the concert venue setting to create tension and suspense, along with a mesmerizing performance by Josh Hartnett, have helped the film connect with new audiences on streaming, potentially leading to a sequel.
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M. Night Shyamalan, Josh Hartnett, Ariel Donoghue, Saleka Shyamalan, Warner Bros. Pictures, Max, Trap, The Sixth Sense, Old, Deadpool & Wolverine, Longlegs
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