Song of the Sea Budget

2014

FamilyAnimationFantasy1h 34m

Updated April 26, 2026

Domestic Box Office

$857,524

Worldwide Box Office

$857,522

Synopsis

The story of the last Seal Child’s journey home. After their mother’s disappearance, Ben and Saoirse are sent to live with Granny in the city. When they resolve to return to their home by the sea, their journey becomes a race against time as they are drawn into a world Ben knows only from his mother’s folktales. But this is no bedtime story; these fairy folk have been in our world far too long. It soon becomes clear to Ben that Saoirse is the key to their survival.

What is known about the production of Song of the Sea?

"Song of the Sea," a family released in 2014, was directed by Tomm Moore and stars David Rawle, Brendan Gleeson. The production budget has not been publicly disclosed, though Cartoon Saloon, Melusine Productions, The Big Farm produced the film, making it a notable entry in the family landscape whose financial details remain private.

Key Budget Allocation Categories

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

Music & Score: The original music for the film was composed by Bruno Coulais, in collaboration with the Irish group Kíla.

What were the major cost factors in Song of the Sea?

Several factors contributed to the overall production costs of "Song of the Sea."

Music: Music & Score is one of the primary cost drivers in family productions of this scale.

Song of the Sea Box Office Performance

"Song of the Sea" earned $857,524 domestically and $857,522 worldwide at the box office.

Song of the Sea Production History

The original music for the film was composed by Bruno Coulais, in collaboration with the Irish group Kíla. "The Derry Tune" originally featured on Kíla's 2010 album Soisín. The film also features the voice of Lisa Hannigan and songs by Nolwenn Leroy. A soundtrack album, consisting of 25 songs from the film, was released digitally on 9 December 2014 by Decca Records. ; Track listing

Awards and Recognition

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 12 wins & 26 nominations total

European Film Award for Best Animated Feature Film: Tomm Moore (28th European Film Awards)

Critical Reception

Reviews for Song of the Sea were positive. Todd Brown, founder and editor of Twitch Film, gave a highly positive review of the film, saying: A tale that weds absolutely gorgeous artwork with beautifully nuanced characters and a deep but natural rooting in ancient folk tales and magic, Song of the Sea has an assured and timeless quality to it. It is the sort of story that feels as though it always existed somewhere, just waiting until now to be told.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did it cost to make Song of the Sea (2014)?

The production budget has not been publicly disclosed.

How much did Song of the Sea (2014) earn at the box office?

Song of the Sea grossed $857,524 domestic, $-2 international, totaling $857,522 worldwide.

Was Song of the Sea (2014) profitable?

Insufficient data for a profitability assessment.

What were the biggest costs in producing Song of the Sea?

Specific cost breakdowns are not publicly available.

How does Song of the Sea's budget compare to similar family films?

Without a confirmed budget, comparison is not possible.

Did Song of the Sea (2014) 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.