Nosferatu’s Box Office Achieves 2024 Horror Record Just Days After Release

Nosferatu, the latest creation by Robert Eggers, has swiftly ascended to the forefront of the horror genre for 2024. This new adaptation is a dark fantasy reinterpretation of the iconic vampire narrative. Released on Christmas Day, the film entered a competitive landscape that included notable titles such as Babygirl and A Complete Unknown. With a stellar ensemble cast featuring Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Bill Skarsgård, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Willem Dafoe, Emma Corrin, Ralph Ineson, and Simon McBurney, Nosferatu has garnered strong reviews and is generating buzz in discussions for awards season.

According to The Numbers, Nosferatu has quickly climbed the ranks to secure a position among the top 10 highest-grossing horror films of 2024. Within just five days of its release, it has achieved the rank of the sixth highest-grossing horror movie, amassing $40.3 million domestically. The film has surpassed competitors like Speak No Evil and The Strangers: Chapter 1 but currently trails behind notable predecessors like Terrifier 3.

Implications for Nosferatu

Potential to Surpass Other Horror Releases

Lily-Rose Depp as Ellen Hutter in a wedding dress in Nosferatu

As the final major horror release of the year, Nosferatu is poised for success, making it almost certain that it will land within the top five box office rankings. Currently trailing Terrifier 3 by just over $13 million, the film is expected to close this gap once it completes its first full week in theaters. Alongside Terrifier 3, Nosferatu also trails Smile 2, Longlegs, Alien: Romulus, and A Quiet Place: Day One in domestic earnings.

With an opening weekend gross of $21.1 million, Nosferatu’s performance is on par with other significant releases like Longlegs and Smile 2, while exceeding that of Terrifier 3. This promising debut suggests the film is well-positioned to outperform its current box office rivals. Although there are notable revenue gaps between Nosferatu and its competitors Smile 2 and Longlegs, it’s important to note that both faced a more crowded theatrical market at their release times. Thanks to its unique premise and distinctive appeal, Nosferatu is better positioned for box office ascension.

Insights on Nosferatu’s Achievements

A Significant Milestone for Eggers

Nosferatu not only marks a turning point for the horror genre in 2024, but it also represents a significant achievement for director Robert Eggers. The film has recorded Eggers’ largest opening weekend to date, surpassing the performance of The Northman by nearly $8 million. With just over $26 million needed to exceed The Northman’s total box office, this goal appears attainable. Consequently, Nosferatu is on track to become a substantial box office success and a defining project in Eggers’ career.

Box Office Performance of Robert Eggers’ Films
Title	Domestic Opening	Worldwide Box Office Gross
The Witch (2015)	$8.8 million	$40.4 million
The Lighthouse (2019)	$427,797	$18.1 million
The Northman (2022)	$12.2 million	$69.6 million
Nosferatu (2024)	$21.1 million	$43.3 million*