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Robert Eggers' 'Nosferatu' Opens to $40.3 Million, $21.1 Million Weekend, Highest-Grossing Film for Director

Dec 29, 2024, 03:30 PM

Robert Eggers' remake of the classic horror film 'Nosferatu' has debuted strongly at the domestic box office, grossing $40.3 million over its first five days of release, including $21.1 million over the traditional three-day weekend. This performance marks it as Eggers' highest-grossing film to date. The film opened on Christmas Day, earning $11.6 million on its domestic opening day, making it the second-highest-grossing R-rated film on that holiday. 'Nosferatu' has been praised for its stylish and terrifying approach to the vampire genre, with Eggers aiming to revive the horror elements associated with the character. The film's budget was approximately $50 million, and it is projected to continue performing well, with estimates suggesting it could become a rare $100 million-plus non-sequel horror hit. The film's reception has been bolstered by positive reviews highlighting its performances and visual style.