2024's Oscar Nominated Films, Ranked By Box Office Returns

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• Killers Of The Flower Moon

• The Boy And The Heron

• Napoleon

• Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny

• Elemental

• Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One

• Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse

• Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3

• Oppenheimer

• Barbie

Highlights

• Oscar-nominated films from the 96th Academy Awards in 2024 are diverse across genres, including Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer, Poor Things, and Killers Of The Flower Moon .
• Greta Gerwig's Barbie , despite being the highest-grossing film, was snubbed from major categories, raising questions about the Academy's voting preferences.
• Female directors have made history this year, with three nominees for "Best Picture," highlighting the growing presence and impact of women in the film industry.

The 2024 Academy Awards ceremony promises to be a star-studded affair, with diverse Oscar-nominated films vying for the coveted golden statuettes, from historical epics to animated adventures and thought-provoking dramas to crowd-pleasing blockbusters.

Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer, which grossed over $950 million, led the pack with an impressive 13 nominations, followed closely by Poor Things with eleven, and Killers Of The Flower Moon with ten nods.

One surprising omission from the major categories was Greta Gerwig's Barbie. Despite being the highest-grossing film of 2023, netting $1.44 billion globally, the film missed out on "Best Director" and "Best Actress" nominations for Gerwig and Margot Robbie, respectively.

The omission of Barbie in major categories raised questions about the Academy's voting preferences and perceived bias towards certain genres.

Incidentally, this year marks a historic moment for female directors, with three nominees vying for the "Best Picture" award: Celine Song for Past Lives, Greta Gerwig for Barbie, and Laura Baumeister for Anatomy Of A Fall.

These recognitions highlight the growing presence and impact of women in the film industry.

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This year's nominees showcase the breadth and brilliance of filmmaking; several of the nominated films achieved significant box office success, with five of them crossing the half-billion-dollar mark.

The 96th Oscars are slated for March 10th, and before the envelopes are unsealed, let's see how filmgoers voted at the box office this year.

10 Killers Of The Flower Moon

Global Box Office, Killers Of The Flower Moon - $156,375,741

Martin Scorsese's Killers Of The Flower Moon stands as a fascinating case study in the 2024 Oscar race.

Despite a $200 million production budget, the historical drama has garnered a commendable but not impressive $156.4 million globally, with $67.4 million coming from North America and $89 million from other territories.

While this falls short of the estimated $500 to 600 million needed to break even, its true impact transcends box office numbers. The film's box office scorecard tells one story, and its critical reception tells another.

Killers Of The Flower Moon unilaterally impressed critics; the film picked up ten nominations at the upcoming 96th Academy Awards.

It is a frontrunner in major categories like "Best Picture," "Best Director," and "Best Actress," for Lily Gladstone.

The film's nominations span categories across acting, directing, writing, cinematography, and costume design, highlighting its overall excellence in filmmaking.

9 The Boy And The Heron

Global Box Office, The Boy And The Heron - $159,608,279

Taking flight with both critics and audiences, The Boy And The Heronsoared to a global box office take of $160 million, defying expectations at the box office and earning acclaim on the awards circuit.

The Boy And The Heron became the first original anime film to reach number one at the box office in Canada and the United States, opening with $5.2 million and grossing $12.8 million over its first weekend.

The Boy And The Heron received accolades and high praise from critics, winning the Golden Globe for "Best Animated Feature Film":

Its animation style, a blend of traditional and digital techniques, earned it nominations for "Best Animated Feature" at the 96th Academy Awards.

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8 Napoleon

Global Box Office, Napoleon - $218,355,486

Bringing to life the saga of Napoleon Bonaparte, the film explores the French leader's ascent to power, his intricate relationship with his wife, and his warfare.

With a worldwide box office gross of $218 million, Napoleon garnered attention for its portrayal of historical events, receiving mixed reviews from critics, particularly in France.

Despite criticisms regarding historical inaccuracies, the film earned acclaim for its gripping battle sequences and stellar performances. At the 96th Academy Awards, Napoleon received nominations for "Best Production Design," "Best Costume Design," and "Best Visual Effects."

Napoleon has currently grossed $61.5 million in North America and $156.9 million in other territories, for a total of $218.4 million worldwide. However, box office figures alone don't tell the whole story.

Napoleon was released simultaneously in theaters and on Apple TV+, aiming to leverage streaming viewership alongside its theatrical release.

Variety observed that with only a traditional theatrical release, the film would need to gross at least $500 million worldwide to break-even, given its $200 million budget.

7 Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny

Global Box Office, Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny - $383,963,057

Harrison Ford's final outing as the iconic archaeologist Indiana Jones in Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny dug up a global box office haul of $383.9 million.

Critics lauded Harrison Ford's performance for adding a final touch of cinematic treasure; the film also faced criticism for not reaching the thrilling heights of its predecessors.

For the 96th Academy Awards, John Williams' score received a "Best Original Score" nomination, marking his fourth nomination in the franchise.

Breaking down the numbers, the film grossed $174.5 million domestically and $209.5 million in international territories.

Considering its expensive production budget of $294.7 million, the film was deemed a box office bomb, as it lost Disney $100 million.

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6 Elemental

Global Box Office, Elemental - $496,444,308

Pixar's heartwarming tale of fire and water defying societal norms to find love exceeded expectations at the box office, grossing a remarkable $496.4 million worldwide.

Despite an initial lackluster opening that fell below projections, Elemental defied expectations and ultimately became a bonafide sleeper hit. Made with a reported production budget of $200 million, Elemental brought its unique world to life through innovative animation techniques.

The film's seven-year production journey, taking place both in the studio and remotely at the filmmakers' homes, culminated in a memorable experience that audiences embraced wholeheartedly.

North American audiences brought in $154 million in ticket sales, while other territories contributed $342 million to the film's $496 million total gross.

Elemental was also a hit among critics, earning several positive ratings and the coveted nomination for "Best Animated Feature" at the upcoming 96th Academy Awards.

5 Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One

Global Box Office, Dead Reckoning Part One - $567,535,383

At the 96th Academy Awards, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One achieved a significant milestone by securing nominations for "Best Sound" and "Best Visual Effects."

This marks the first time a film in the franchise received such recognition at the Oscars. Despite this notable achievement, the financial landscape tells a different story.

Due to its overall budget and competition from the "Barbenheimer" cultural phenomenon, it underperformed at the box office.

The film grossed $172.1 million in the United States and Canada, coupled with $395.4 million in other territories, summing up to a worldwide total of $567.5 million.

Dead Reckoning Part One was labeled a box office bomb, as it did not reach the break-even point of $600 million.

According to Variety, Paramount took a significant hit, losing an estimated $100 million on the film.

4 Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse

Global Box Office, Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse - $690,791,132

Sony Pictures' Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse swung into theaters in June 2023, armed with a modest $150 million production budget and the lofty expectations set by its award-winning predecessor.

Earning favorable reviews (akin to its predecessor), the sequel not only set multiple box office records but has also surpassed the box office success of its forerunner, boasting a global gross exceeding $690 million.

Adding to its laurels, Across The Spider-Verse received a nomination for "Best Animated Feature" at the 96th Academy Awards.

Domestic audiences were particularly smitten with Miles Morales' latest multiverse adventure, propelling the movie to a North American gross of $381,395,495.

International audiences weren't far behind, contributing an additional $309,395,637.

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3 Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3

Global Box Office, Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 - $845,555,777

Marvel Studios' Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 concluded the beloved spacefaring team's trilogy with a resounding box office triumph and a well-deserved nod from the Academy.

Written and directed by James Gunn, the film soared above expectations, grossing a stellar $845.6 million worldwide, making it the fourth-highest grossing film of 2023:

Following the middling performance of Ant-Man And The Wasp: Quantumania, the success of Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 provided Marvel Studios with a much-needed victory.

Mirroring the critical and commercial acclaim of its predecessors, the film earned praise as a satisfactory conclusion to the trilogy. Its nomination for "Best Visual Effects" at the 96th Academy Awards further underscores its value in both artistic and technical respects.

Guardians Of The GalaxyVol. 3 earned $359 million at the domestic box office and $486.6 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $845.6 million against a $250 million production budget.

2 Oppenheimer

Global Box Office, Oppenheimer - $952,908,650

Christopher Nolan's biographical epic Oppenheimer defied pre-release skepticism surrounding its lengthy runtime, mature rating, and biopic genre to emerge as a resounding box office success.

Anchored by a formidable $100 million budget, the film made a successful run at the box office, grossing an impressive $952,908,650 and making it the highest-grossing biographical film of all time.

While it ultimately fell short of joining Nolan's exclusive roster of films with a billion dollar gross, Oppenheimer nonetheless secured its place among the year's most commercially successful films. A critical factor in the film's success was its structured release strategy.

Debuting alongside Warner Bros. lighthearted Barbie, the two films fueled the "Barbenheimer" phenomenon, prompting audiences to view both films as a double feature.

This savvy marketing move undoubtedly contributed to Oppenheimer's robust box office performance.

Oppenheimer received 13 nominations at the 96th Academy Awards, including four categories out of the "Big Five" categories, and one for "Best Picture."

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1 Barbie

Global Box Office, Barbie - $1,445,638,421

Greta Gerwig's whimsical and subversive live-action adaptation of Barbie shattered box office records and cultural expectations, becoming the highest-grossing film of 2023 and the fourteenth highest-grossing film of all time.

Starring Margot Robbie in the titular role, the film earned a record-breaking $1.44 billion at the global box office.

Barbie grossed $636.2 million in the United States and Canada, and $809.4 million in other territories.

The film received eight nominations for the 96th Academy Awards, including "Best Picture," "Best Adapted Screenplay," "Best Supporting Actor" for Ryan Gosling, "Best Supporting Actress" for America Ferrera.

Barbie also landed two nods for "Best Original Song," for the tracks "I'm Just Ken" and "What Was I Made For":

However, the glaring omission of Gerwig and Robbie from Academy Award nominations for Best Director and Best Actress, respectively, received some criticism, citing the Academy's voting preferences and perceived bias.

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