Army of Thieves Budget
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Synopsis
Six years before the apocalyptic events of Army of the Dead (2021), timid small-town bank teller Sebastian leads a solitary, uneventful existence against the backdrop of an unheard-of virus outbreak in Las Vegas. Fascinated by locks and safes, the enthusiastic YouTuber and theoretical safe-cracker will get the chance to shine when mysterious Gwendoline enlists his help to pull off the heist of the century: crack a quartet of impenetrable, Richard Wagner-inspired safes. However, as Sebastian and Gwendoline's band of thieves embark on a frenzied mission across Europe, obsessive Interpol agent Delacroix is hot on their trail, and things are starting to look bleak in Sin City. Now, in the face of impossible odds, one man is about to write history. Is insecure Sebastian destined to become a legend?
What is the budget of Army of Thieves?
"Army of Thieves," an action released in 2021, was directed by Matthias Schweighöfer and stars Matthias Schweighöfer, Nathalie Emmanuel. The production budget was $30,000,000, placing it in the mid-budget range for action productions of its era.
Key Budget Allocation Categories
While specific budget breakdowns are not publicly available, typical cost drivers for an action production like this include:
- Stunts, Action Sequences & Visual Effects: Action films allocate a substantial portion of their budget to choreographing and executing practical stunts, pyrotechnics, and CGI-heavy sequences.
- Above-the-Line Talent (Cast & Director): A-list talent commands significant upfront fees plus backend participation.
- Production Design, Sets & Locations: Action films frequently require multiple international shooting locations, large-scale set construction, vehicle acquisitions and modifications, and specialized equipment , all of which drive production costs well above those of dialogue-driven genres.
What were the major cost factors in Army of Thieves?
Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Army of Thieves."
- Stunts: Stunts, Action Sequences & Visual Effects is one of the primary cost drivers in action productions of this scale.
- Above-the-Line Talent (Cast: Above-the-Line Talent (Cast & Director) is one of the primary cost drivers in action productions of this scale.
- Production Design: Production Design, Sets & Locations is one of the primary cost drivers in action productions of this scale.
How Does Army of Thieves's Budget Compare to Similar Films?
At $30,000,000, Army of Thieves sits in the mid-budget range. Here is how it compares to productions with a similar budget:
- A Hologram for the King (2016): Budget $30,000,000, Worldwide Gross $9,169,507
- A Lot Like Love (2005): Budget $30,000,000, Worldwide Gross $42,886,719
- Big Momma's House (2000): Budget $30,000,000, Worldwide Gross $173,959,438
- Crazy Rich Asians (2018): Budget $30,000,000, Worldwide Gross $238,539,198
- Doomsday (2008): Budget $30,000,000, Worldwide Gross $22,472,631
The median budget for wide-release action films in the 2020s ranges from $30 to 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles.
Army of Thieves Box Office Performance
"Army of Thieves" earned $46,900,000 worldwide at the box office. Against a production budget of $30,000,000, the film showed modest profitability in theatrical release.
A film typically needs to earn approximately twice its production budget to cover marketing and distribution costs. For "Army of Thieves," that break-even threshold was roughly $60,000,000. With worldwide earnings of $46,900,000, the film fell short of that threshold but recouped its production costs in theatrical release.
- Production Budget: $30,000,000
- Worldwide Gross: $46,900,000
- Net Return: $16,900,000
- ROI: approximately 56.3%
At 56.3%, "Army of Thieves" returned its production investment but margin was tight after marketing and distribution costs.
Awards and Recognition
1 win total
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Army of Thieves (2021)?
The production budget was $30,000,000, covering principal photography, visual effects, cast and crew salaries, locations, sets, post-production, and music. Marketing and distribution (P&A) costs are estimated at an additional $15,000,000 - $24,000,000, bringing the total studio investment to approximately $45,000,000 - $54,000,000.
How much did Army of Thieves (2021) earn at the box office?
Army of Thieves grossed $46,900,000 worldwide.
Was Army of Thieves (2021) profitable?
The film did not break even theatrically, earning $46,900,000 against an estimated $75,000,000 needed. Ancillary revenue may have improved the picture.
What were the biggest costs in producing Army of Thieves?
The primary cost drivers were above-the-line talent (Matthias Schweighöfer, Nathalie Emmanuel, Ruby O. Fee); visual effects, practical stunts, and A-list talent compensation; international production across Germany, United States of America.
How does Army of Thieves's budget compare to similar action films?
At $30,000,000, Army of Thieves is classified as a low-budget production. The median budget for wide-release action films in the 2020s ranges from $30 - 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles. Comparable budgets: A Hologram for the King (2016, $30,000,000); A Lot Like Love (2005, $30,000,000); Big Momma's House (2000, $30,000,000).
Did Army of Thieves (2021) 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 Army of Thieves?
The theatrical ROI was 56.3%, calculated as ($46,900,000 − $30,000,000) ÷ $30,000,000 × 100. This measures gross revenue against production budget only - it does not account for P&A or exhibitor shares.
What awards did Army of Thieves (2021) win?
1 win total.
Who directed Army of Thieves and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Matthias Schweighöfer, written by Zack Snyder, Shay Hatten, shot by Bernhard Jasper, with music by Hans Zimmer, Steve Mazzaro, edited by Alexander Berner.
Where was Army of Thieves filmed?
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