New Delhi, June 7 -- Scary Movie 6 has exceeded industry expectations with a strong opening weekend performance, delivering the highest debut in the history of the parody film franchise and marking a major comeback for the series after nearly two decades.

According to early box office estimates, Paramount Pictures and Miramax's latest instalment grossed approximately $56 million across the United States and Canada during its opening weekend. The figure surpasses the previous franchise record set by 2006's Scary Movie 4, which opened to $49.7 million.

The film's performance was driven by a particularly strong opening day. "Scary Movie 6" is on pace to set a franchise record after a stellar opening day.

The comedy generated $24.7 million...