Civil War Vegamovies: Budget, Box Office Collection, and Star Performances
Civil War is a dystopian thriller film released in 2024. Directed and written by Alex Garland, the movie stars Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Cailee Spaeny, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Sonoya Mizuno, and Nick Offerman. The story revolves around a group of war journalists traveling from New York City to Washington, D.C., during a civil war in the United States. They aim to interview the President before rebels take control of the capital.
Filming started in Atlanta, Georgia, in 2022 and later moved to London. The movie premiered at the South by Southwest festival on March 14, 2024, and was released in theaters on April 12, 2024, in the United States and the United Kingdom. With a budget of $50 million, "Civil War" became the most expensive film produced by A24. It grossed over $122 million worldwide, making it one of A24's top-grossing films, and received positive reviews from critics.
Main Cast
- Kirsten Dunst as Lee Smith, a famous war photojournalist.
- Wagner Moura as Joel, a journalist and colleague of Lee.
- Cailee Spaeny as Jessie Cullen, a young photographer.
- Stephen McKinley Henderson as Sammy, a veteran journalist.
- Sonoya Mizuno as Anya, a British reporter.
- Nick Offerman as the President of the United States.
Production Details
The movie was filmed in various locations, including Atlanta and London. The White House scenes were shot at Tyler Perry Studios in Atlanta. The film's budget was $50 million, making it A24's most expensive project. The movie's intense Washington, D.C.-based finale required extensive planning and involved a skilled team of professionals.
Release and Reception
"Civil War" premiered at South by Southwest in March 2024 and was released in theaters on April 12, 2024. It was also screened in IMAX and Dolby Cinema. The movie was released in China on June 7, 2024, and later became available on video on demand and Blu-ray. The film's marketing included AI-generated images that sparked controversy due to inaccuracies.
Box Office Performance
Civil War earned $68.6 million in the United States and Canada and $54 million in other regions, totaling $122.6 million worldwide. The movie had a strong opening weekend, grossing $25.7 million and setting a record for A24. The film continued to perform well in international markets, including the UK, Brazil, and Spain.