A Quiet Place Budget
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Synopsis
In a devastated Earth overrun by invincible predators of a possible extraterrestrial origin, the Abbotts find themselves struggling to survive in the isolation of upstate New York, defined by a new era of utter silence. Indeed, as this new type of invader is attracted to noise, even the slightest of sounds can be deadly; however, it's been already twelve months since the powerful monsters' first sightings, and this resilient family still stands strong. Of course, learning the rules of survival in this muted dystopia is essential; nevertheless, now, of all times, an otherwise joyous event puts in jeopardy the already fragile stability. And now, more than ever, the Abbotts must not make a sound.
What is the budget of A Quiet Place?
"A Quiet Place," a horror released in 2018, was directed by John Krasinski and stars Emily Blunt, John Krasinski. The production budget was $17,000,000, placing it in the low-budget range for horror productions of its era.
Key Budget Allocation Categories
While specific budget breakdowns are not publicly available, typical cost drivers for a horror production like this include:
- Practical Effects, Prosthetics & Makeup: Horror productions invest disproportionately in practical effects , prosthetic applications, animatronics, blood and gore effects, and creature suits. A single hero creature suit can cost $50,000 to 200,000.
- Atmospheric Production Design & Cinematography: Creating dread through environment is essential. Abandoned locations must be secured and dressed, lighting rigs designed for shadow and tension, and sets built to enable specific camera movements and reveals.
- Sound Design & Score: Horror is arguably the most sound-dependent genre. Foley work, ambient textures, frequency manipulation, and jump-scare stingers require specialized sound designers working with unconventional techniques.
- Filming & Locations: right|alt=A photo (taken in daytime) of some of a bridge which is near vegetation|The film was shot in 36 days.
What were the major cost factors in A Quiet Place?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "A Quiet Place."
- Practical Effects: Practical Effects, Prosthetics & Makeup is one of the primary cost drivers in horror productions of this scale.
- Atmospheric Production Design: Atmospheric Production Design & Cinematography is one of the primary cost drivers in horror productions of this scale.
- Sound Design: Sound Design & Score is one of the primary cost drivers in horror productions of this scale.
How Does A Quiet Place's Budget Compare to Similar Films?
At $17,000,000, A Quiet Place sits in the low-budget range. Here is how it compares to productions with a similar budget:
- Away We Go (2009): Budget $17,000,000, Worldwide Gross $15,779,455
- Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999): Budget $17,000,000 , Gross $92,938,755
- Jeepers Creepers 2 (2003): Budget $17,000,000, Worldwide Gross $63,102,666
- Love the Coopers (2015): Budget $17,000,000, Worldwide Gross $42,426,912
- Mean Girls (2004): Budget $17,000,000, Worldwide Gross $130,195,052
The median budget for wide-release horror films in the 2010s ranges from $30 to 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles.
A Quiet Place Box Office Performance
"A Quiet Place" earned $188,024,361 domestically and $340,955,294 worldwide at the box office. Against a production budget of $17,000,000, the film performed strongly at the box office.
A film typically needs to earn approximately twice its production budget to cover marketing and distribution costs. For "A Quiet Place," that break-even threshold was roughly $34,000,000. With worldwide earnings of $340,955,294, the film cleared that threshold comfortably.
- Production Budget: $17,000,000
- Worldwide Gross: $340,955,294
- Net Return: $323,955,294
- ROI: approximately 1905.6%
At 1905.6%, "A Quiet Place" earned roughly $20.06 for every $1 invested in production.
A Quiet Place Production History
right|alt=A photo (taken in daytime) of some of a bridge which is near vegetation|The film was shot in 36 days. Filming also took place on the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail in New Paltz of Ulster County, using the Springtown Truss Bridge. Outside Dutchess and Ulster counties, filming took place on Main Street in Little Falls in Herkimer County, New York.
During filming, the crew avoided making noise so diegetic synchronized sounds (e.g., the sound of rolling dice on a game board) could be recorded; the sounds were amplified in post-production. Supervising sound editors Erik Aadahl and Ethan Van der Ryn worked on A Quiet Place. For scenes from the perspective of the deaf daughter, sound was removed to put greater focus on the visual.
Awards and Recognition
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 38 wins & 129 nominations total
- National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make A Quiet Place (2018)?
The production budget was $17,000,000, covering principal photography, cast and crew salaries, locations, sets, post-production, and music. Marketing and distribution (P&A) costs are estimated at an additional $8,500,000 - $13,600,000, bringing the total studio investment to approximately $25,500,000 - $30,600,000.
How much did A Quiet Place (2018) earn at the box office?
A Quiet Place grossed $188,024,361 domestic, $152,930,933 international, totaling $340,955,294 worldwide.
Was A Quiet Place (2018) profitable?
Yes. Against a production budget of $17,000,000 and estimated total costs of ~$42,500,000, the film earned $340,955,294 theatrically - a 1906% ROI on production costs alone.
What were the biggest costs in producing A Quiet Place?
The primary cost drivers were above-the-line talent (Emily Blunt, John Krasinski, Millicent Simmonds); practical creature effects, atmospheric cinematography, and psychologically engineered sound design.
How does A Quiet Place's budget compare to similar horror films?
At $17,000,000, A Quiet Place is classified as a low-budget production. The median budget for wide-release horror films in the 2010s ranges from $30 - 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles. Comparable budgets: Away We Go (2009, $17,000,000); Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999, $17,000,000); Jeepers Creepers 2 (2003, $17,000,000).
Did A Quiet Place (2018) go over budget?
There are no widely reported accounts of significant budget overruns for this production. However, studios rarely disclose precise budget overrun figures publicly. The reported production budget reflects the final estimated cost.
What was the return on investment (ROI) for A Quiet Place?
The theatrical ROI was 1905.6%, calculated as ($340,955,294 − $17,000,000) ÷ $17,000,000 × 100. This measures gross revenue against production budget only - it does not account for P&A or exhibitor shares.
What awards did A Quiet Place (2018) win?
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 38 wins & 129 nominations total.
Who directed A Quiet Place and who were the key crew members?
Directed by John Krasinski, written by Bryan Woods, Scott Beck, John Krasinski, shot by Charlotte Bruus Christensen, with music by Marco Beltrami, edited by Christopher Tellefsen.
Where was A Quiet Place filmed?
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