Russell Crowe‘s WWII Drama Nuremberg Becomes a Sony Pictures Classics Box Office Record Holder
LOS ANGELES,CA – Russell Crowe’s historical courtroom drama Nuremberg has achieved a significant milestone,becoming one of the highest-grossing films ever released by Sony Pictures Classics. The film earned $12.7 million domestically and $4.1 million internationally, totaling $16.8 million worldwide, surpassing films like Channing Tatum’s Foxcatcher (2014) in the distributor’s rankings. While the film’s theatrical run is winding down - currently playing in 540 venues after opening in nearly 2,000 – its financial success is notable given the challenges faced in securing distribution and its limited visibility.
The film’s performance is particularly relevant as awards season approaches, though initial oscar buzz surrounding crowe’s portrayal of Hermann Göring has tempered due to the shrinking number of theaters showing Nuremberg. Despite this,the film has garnered positive reception,with a 72% approval rating from critics and a remarkable 96% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes,according to Collider. This success offers a boost to Sony Pictures Classics’ specialty film portfolio and demonstrates continued audience interest in World war II narratives.
Filming for Nuremberg concluded over a year ago, with the production navigating a lengthy search for a distributor before ultimately partnering with Sony Pictures Classics for a November 7th release. The film’s journey highlights the difficulties independent films can face in reaching a wide audience, even with a recognizable star like Crowe.
Crowe remains busy, with an upcoming role in the reboot of The Highlander alongside Dave Bautista and Henry Cavill. filming, originally slated to begin in September, was delayed due to an injury sustained by Cavill, but is expected to commence soon. While a premiere date remains unconfirmed, a 2026 release is considered enterprising given the production schedule. The project, directed by John Wick‘s Chad Stahelski, is anticipated to be a major box office draw due to its high-profile cast.
