Conclave’s box office passes a critical global milestone ahead of awards season. Directed by Edward Berger (2022’sAll Quiet on the Western Front), based on the 2016 novel by Robert Harris, the new mystery-thriller follows a cardinal entrusted with overseeing one of the Church’s most sacred and secretive traditions, choosing the next pope, and finds himself uncovering secrets and scandals about each candidate, including one that could shake the very core of the Catholic Church. Ralph Fiennes leadsConclave’s castalongside Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Sergio Castellitto, and Isabella Rossellini.
Now, two months after its theatrical release, the papal thriller has passed a critical global milestone ahead of awards season. PerBox Office Mojo,Conclavehas now hit $50 million at the global office, thanks to its recent rollout in international markets. Right now, its total box office breaks down to $31 million domestically and $18.9 million internationally for a grand total of $50 million worldwide.
What Conclave’s Box Office Milestone Means For The Movie
It’s Become Profitable
Hitting $50 million globally is a critical milestone forConclavesince it was produced on a reported $20 million budget, which meansthe movie has passed its break-even pointand potential profitable margins. Following an outstanding performance in domestic theaters, generating over $30 million in revenue,Conclavehas begun its international release with similarly remarkable results. Early success in several overseas markets has propelled the film to surpass the critical global box office milestone of $50 million.
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WithConclave’s positive reviewspraising its papal pulp and impressive performances, particularly from Ralph Fiennes,the film will be a strong contender this awards season. It was already named one of thebest movies of 2024by both the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute. Among its many accolades, it received six Golden Globe nominations and is tied withWickedfor the most nominations at the Critics' Choice Awards. This means the movie could benefit from the usual boost in box office performance if it garners attention at the Oscars.
Our Take On Conclave’s Box Office Milestone
How High Can It Fly?
Conclaveis a godsend for audiences seeking smart and engaging entertainment, so it’s nice to see that type of cinema being rewarded at the box office. It remains to be seen just how highConclavecan fly, both at the global box office and this awards season, but its early success in several overseas markets and precursor award ceremonies is a positive sign. WhileConclaveseems unlikely to win some of the biggest awards, it should surely garner its fair share of nominations.
The Golden Globes air on January 5, followed by the Academy Awards on March 2.
Conclave
Cast
Cardinal Lawrence leads the secretive papal election at the Vatican, where he uncovers a conspiracy and a secret that could destabilize the Church’s foundation as leaders gather from around the world.
