Don't Breathe 2 Budget
ThrillerHorror1h 38mUpdated
Synopsis
Hiding out for years in an isolated cabin, Norman Nordstrom has taken in and raised a young girl orphaned from a house fire. Their quiet existence is shattered when a group of kidnappers show up and take the girl, forcing Norman to leave his safe haven to save her.
Production Budget Analysis
What was the production budget for Don't Breathe 2?
Directed by Rodo Sayagues, with Stephen Lang, Madelyn Grace, Brendan Sexton III leading the cast, Don't Breathe 2 was produced by Ghost House Pictures with a confirmed budget of $15,000,000, placing it in the low-budget category for thriller films as part of the Don't Breathe Collection.
At $15,000,000, Don't Breathe 2 was produced on a modest budget. Lower-budget films benefit from reduced break-even thresholds, with profitability achievable at approximately $37,500,000.
Budget Comparison — Similar Productions
• A Dangerous Method (2011): Budget $15,000,000 | Gross $27,462,041 → ROI: 83% • Ben-Hur (1959): Budget $15,000,000 | Gross $164,000,000 → ROI: 993% • Land of the Dead (2005): Budget $15,000,000 | Gross $47,074,133 → ROI: 214% • Into the Wild (2007): Budget $15,000,000 | Gross $56,255,142 → ROI: 275% • King's Ransom (2005): Budget $15,000,000 | Gross $4,139,856 → ROI: -72%
Key Budget Allocation Categories
▸ Talent & Director Compensation Thrillers depend on compelling lead performances to sustain tension, making cast compensation a primary budget concern. Directors with proven thriller credentials command premium fees.
▸ Cinematography & Location Photography Thriller aesthetics demand specific visual languages — surveillance-style photography, claustrophobic framing, or expansive location work across multiple cities or countries.
▸ Editorial & Sound Post-Production Precision editing — controlling information flow, building suspense through pacing, and orchestrating reveals — requires extended post-production schedules.
Key Production Personnel
CAST: Stephen Lang, Madelyn Grace, Brendan Sexton III, Adam Young, Rocci Williams Key roles: Stephen Lang as The Blind Man; Madelyn Grace as Phoenix; Brendan Sexton III as Raylan; Adam Young as Jim-Bob
DIRECTOR: Rodo Sayagues CINEMATOGRAPHY: Pedro Luque MUSIC: Roque Baños EDITING: Jan Kovac PRODUCTION: Ghost House Pictures, Stage 6 Films, Good Universe, Bad Hombre, Screen Gems FILMED IN: United States of America
Box Office Performance
Don't Breathe 2 earned $32,712,950 domestically and $21,072,601 internationally, for a worldwide total of $53,785,551. The film skewed heavily domestic (61%), suggesting strong North American appeal.
Break-Even Analysis
Using the industry-standard 2.5x multiplier (P&A + exhibitor shares of 40–50% + distribution fees), Don't Breathe 2 needed approximately $37,500,000 to break even. The film surpassed this threshold by $16,285,551.
Return on Investment (ROI)
Revenue: $53,785,551 Budget: $15,000,000 Net: $38,785,551 ROI: 258.6%
Profitability Assessment
VERDICT: Profitable
Don't Breathe 2 delivered a solid return, earning $53,785,551 worldwide on a $15,000,000 budget (259% ROI). Combined with ancillary revenue, the film was a financial positive for Ghost House Pictures.
INDUSTRY IMPACT
Franchise: Don't Breathe 2 is part of the Don't Breathe Collection.
The outsized success of Don't Breathe 2 likely influenced studio greenlight decisions for similar thriller projects.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Summary: 1 nomination total
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did it cost to make Don't Breathe 2 (2021)?
The production budget was $15,000,000, covering principal photography, cast and crew salaries, locations, sets, post-production, and music. Marketing and distribution (P&A) costs are estimated at an additional $7,500,000 - $12,000,000, bringing the total studio investment to approximately $22,500,000 - $27,000,000.
How much did Don't Breathe 2 (2021) earn at the box office?
Don't Breathe 2 grossed $32,712,950 domestic, $21,072,601 international, totaling $53,785,551 worldwide.
Was Don't Breathe 2 (2021) profitable?
Yes. Against a production budget of $15,000,000 and estimated total costs of ~$37,500,000, the film earned $53,785,551 theatrically - a 259% ROI on production costs alone.
What were the biggest costs in producing Don't Breathe 2?
The primary cost drivers were above-the-line talent (Stephen Lang, Madelyn Grace, Brendan Sexton III); talent compensation, location cinematography, and tension-driven editorial.
How does Don't Breathe 2's budget compare to similar thriller films?
At $15,000,000, Don't Breathe 2 is classified as a low-budget production. The median budget for wide-release thriller films in the 2020s ranges from $30 - 80M for mid-budget to $150M+ for tentpoles. Comparable budgets: A Dangerous Method (2011, $15,000,000); Ben-Hur (1959, $15,000,000); Land of the Dead (2005, $15,000,000).
Did Don't Breathe 2 (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 Don't Breathe 2?
The theatrical ROI was 258.6%, calculated as ($53,785,551 − $15,000,000) ÷ $15,000,000 × 100. This measures gross revenue against production budget only - it does not account for P&A or exhibitor shares.
What awards did Don't Breathe 2 (2021) win?
1 nomination total.
Who directed Don't Breathe 2 and who were the key crew members?
Directed by Rodo Sayagues, written by Fede Álvarez, Rodo Sayagues, shot by Pedro Luque, with music by Roque Baños, edited by Jan Kovac.
Where was Don't Breathe 2 filmed?
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