Nosferatu Film Achieves High Box Office Success Even After VOD Release

Nosferatu Achieves Box Office Success

In a remarkable display of popularity, Nosferatu, directed by Robert Eggers, is steadily making its mark in the box office rankings. This film is a modern reimagining of the renowned 1922 German silent horror classic and features an impressive cast that includes Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, and Willem Dafoe. Since its official release on Christmas Day 2024, Nosferatu has quickly surpassed the impressive milestone of $150 million in global earnings, solidifying its position as one of the top-grossing horror films of the year.

Box Office Milestones

According to The Numbers, as of January 28, 2024, Nosferatu has accrued a domestic box office total of $93.3 million. This figure places it ahead of several notable films, including the 2014 remake of Annie and the 1991 family film Father of the Bride. With this success, the film has positioned itself as the 29th highest-grossing remake in U. S.box office history, despite being available for rental and purchase on streaming platforms since January 21.

Implications for Nosferatu’s Future

Chart Position and Historical Context

Nosferatu is on the verge of surpassing the $93.4 million total of The Magnificent Seven (2016) and is only $500, 000 away from overtaking The Mask of Zorro (1998) at $93.8 million. Currently, it stands as the third highest-grossing remake of the 2020s, trailing behind the 2023 adaptation of The Little Mermaid ($298.1 million) and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem ($118.7 million).Furthermore, it ranks as the fourth highest-grossing horror film ever, following 2004’s The Grudge, 2002’s The Ring, and 2017’s runaway hit, It.

Our Insights on Nosferatu’s Box Office Performance

Potential for a New Trend in Horror Remakes

Willem Dafoe looking scared in Nosferatu 2024

The impressive financial success of Nosferatu, paired with its Certified Fresh rating of 85% on Rotten Tomatoes, suggests the possibility of a revival in the trend of horror remakes. The 2000s saw a surge in these adaptations, generating films like Halloween and Friday the 13th, followed by a relative decline in the 2010s. The wave of enthusiasm surrounding Nosferatu could very well pave the way for more reimagined classics to grace the silver screen, rekindling interest in iconic horror tales.

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Source: The Numbers

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