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2021RDramaCrime2h 22m

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Budget
$40,000,000

Synopsis

Cherry drifts from college dropout to army medic in Iraq - anchored only by his true love, Emily. But after returning from the war with PTSD, his life spirals into drugs and crime as he struggles to find his place in the world.

What is the budget of Cherry?

"Cherry," a drama released in 2021, was directed by Joe Russo, Anthony Russo and stars Tom Holland, Ciara Bravo. The production budget was $40,000,000, placing it in the mid-budget range for drama productions of its era.

Key Budget Allocation Categories

While specific budget breakdowns are not publicly available, typical cost drivers for a drama production like this include:

  • Above-the-Line Talent: Drama films live or die on the strength of their performances.
  • Location Filming & Period Production Design: Authentic locations , whether contemporary or historical , require scouting, permits, travel, lodging, and often significant dressing to match the story's time period.
  • Post-Production, Color Grading & Score: The editorial process for dramas is typically longer than genre films, with careful attention to pacing and tone.

What were the major cost factors in Cherry?

Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Cherry."

  • Above-the-Line Talent: Above-the-Line Talent is one of the primary cost drivers in drama productions of this scale.
  • Location Filming: Location Filming & Period Production Design is one of the primary cost drivers in drama productions of this scale.
  • Post-Production: Post-Production, Color Grading & Score is one of the primary cost drivers in drama productions of this scale.

How Does Cherry's Budget Compare to Similar Films?

At $40,000,000, Cherry sits in the mid-budget range. Here is how it compares to productions with a similar budget:

  • 42 (2013): Budget $40,000,000, Worldwide Gross $95,020,213
  • A Few Good Men (1992): Budget $40,000,000, Worldwide Gross $243,240,178
  • Big Trouble (2002): Budget $40,000,000, Worldwide Gross $8,493,890
  • Boomerang (1992): Budget $40,000,000, Worldwide Gross $131,052,444
  • Fifty Shades of Grey (2015): Budget $40,000,000, Worldwide Gross $569,651,467

The median budget for wide-release drama films in the 2020s ranges from $30 to 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles.

Awards and Recognition

3 wins & 5 nominations total

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did it cost to make Cherry (2021)?

The production budget was $40,000,000, covering principal photography, cast and crew salaries, locations, sets, post-production, and music. Marketing and distribution (P&A) costs are estimated at an additional $20,000,000 - $32,000,000, bringing the total studio investment to approximately $60,000,000 - $72,000,000.

How much did Cherry (2021) earn at the box office?

Box office figures are not publicly available.

Was Cherry (2021) profitable?

Insufficient data for a profitability assessment.

What were the biggest costs in producing Cherry?

The primary cost drivers were above-the-line talent (Tom Holland, Ciara Bravo, Jack Reynor); talent compensation, authentic period production design, and meticulous post-production.

How does Cherry's budget compare to similar drama films?

At $40,000,000, Cherry is classified as a mid-budget production. The median budget for wide-release drama films in the 2020s ranges from $30 - 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles. Comparable budgets: 42 (2013, $40,000,000); A Few Good Men (1992, $40,000,000); Big Trouble (2002, $40,000,000).

Did Cherry (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 awards did Cherry (2021) win?

3 wins & 5 nominations total.

Who directed Cherry and who were the key crew members?

Directed by Joe Russo, Anthony Russo, written by Angela Russo-Otstot, Jessica Goldberg, shot by Newton Thomas Sigel, with music by Henry Jackman, edited by Jeff Groth.

Where was Cherry filmed?

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Filmmakers

Cherry

Producers
Joe Russo, Anthony Russo, Chris Castaldi, Matthew Rhodes, Mike Larocca, Jonathan Gray, Jake Aust
Production Companies
AGBO, The Hideaway Entertainment
Directors
Joe Russo, Anthony Russo
Writers
Jessica Goldberg, Angela Russo-Otstot
Casting
Sophie Holland, Deborah Aquila, Tricia Wood
Key Cast
Tom Holland, Ciara Bravo, Jack Reynor, Michael Rispoli, Jeffrey Wahlberg, Forrest Goodluck
Cinematographer
Newton Thomas Sigel
Composer
Henry Jackman

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