
Peter Rabbit 2 The Runaway
Synopsis
The sequel to the 2018 film, 'Peter Rabbit'. After the marriage of Bea and Thomas along with the release of the acclaimed novel based on the adventures of Peter and his friends, Peter is feeling like everyone only sees him as rebellious. So, when Bea and Thomas decide to go on a trip, Peter sees this as an opportunity to go on the run.
Production Budget Analysis
What was the production budget for Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway?
Directed by Will Gluck, with James Corden, Rose Byrne, Domhnall Gleeson leading the cast, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway was produced by Columbia Pictures with a confirmed budget of $45,000,000, placing it in the mid-budget category for family films as part of the Peter Rabbit Collection.
With a $45,000,000 budget, Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway sits in the mid-range of studio releases. Marketing costs for a wide release at this level typically add $30–60 million, putting the break-even point near $112,500,000.
Budget Comparison — Similar Productions
• 65 (2023): Budget $45,000,000 | Gross $60,730,568 → ROI: 35% • Across the Universe (2007): Budget $45,000,000 | Gross $29,625,761 → ROI: -34% • Aliens in the Attic (2009): Budget $45,000,000 | Gross $57,881,056 → ROI: 29% • Bangkok Dangerous (2008): Budget $45,000,000 | Gross $42,487,390 → ROI: -6% • Chicken Run (2000): Budget $45,000,000 | Gross $224,834,564 → ROI: 400%
Key Budget Allocation Categories
▸ Talent Salaries & Producing Deals Established comedic talent can command $15–20 million per film, with top-tier stars earning even more through producing credits and backend deals. Comedy ensembles multiply this cost across several well-known performers.
▸ Production & Location Filming While comedies generally avoid the VFX costs of action films, location shooting in recognizable cities or exotic locales adds meaningful production expense.
▸ Marketing & P&A (Prints & Advertising) Comedies rely heavily on marketing to build opening-weekend momentum. Studios typically spend 50–100% of the production budget on marketing, with comedy trailers and social media campaigns being particularly expensive.
Key Production Personnel
CAST: James Corden, Rose Byrne, Domhnall Gleeson, David Oyelowo, Margot Robbie Key roles: James Corden as Peter Rabbit (voice); Rose Byrne as Bea; Domhnall Gleeson as Mr. Thomas McGregor; David Oyelowo as Nigel Basil-Jones
DIRECTOR: Will Gluck CINEMATOGRAPHY: Peter Menzies Jr. MUSIC: Dominic Lewis PRODUCTION: Columbia Pictures, Olive Bridge Entertainment, Animal Logic, MRC, 2.0 Entertainment FILMED IN: Australia, United States of America
Box Office Performance
Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway earned $40,501,717 domestically and $112,498,283 internationally, for a worldwide total of $153,000,000. International markets drove the majority of revenue (74%), indicating strong global appeal.
Break-Even Analysis
Using the industry-standard 2.5x multiplier (P&A + exhibitor shares of 40–50% + distribution fees), Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway needed approximately $112,500,000 to break even. The film surpassed this threshold by $40,500,000.
Return on Investment (ROI)
Revenue: $153,000,000 Budget: $45,000,000 Net: $108,000,000 ROI: 240.0%
Profitability Assessment
VERDICT: Profitable
Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway delivered a solid return, earning $153,000,000 worldwide on a $45,000,000 budget (240% ROI). Combined with ancillary revenue, the film was a financial positive for Columbia Pictures.
INDUSTRY IMPACT
Franchise: Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway is part of the Peter Rabbit Collection.
The outsized success of Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway likely influenced studio greenlight decisions for similar family projects.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Summary: 2 wins & 8 nominations total
Nominations: ○ AACTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role ○ AACTA Award for Best Sound ○ AACTA Award for Best Adapted Screenplay ○ AACTA Award for Best Editing ○ AACTA Award for Best Production Design









































































































































































































































































































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