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A 'mid-to-high eight-figure' deal ($50M-$90M) is unsupported and contradicts thefalse-specificity Distinction from Sandler's Overall Deal: The AI likely conflated the Uncut Gems factual-misattribution

#Q ORIGINAL QUESTION

Regarding the film Uncut Gems (2019), how much did the film make at both the box office and after (detail breakdown), and how did that compare to its budget?

#M ANNOTATED LLM RESPONSE

The film Uncut Gems (2019) was a significant commercial and critical success for A24, serving as the studio's highest-grossing domestic release until it was surpassed by Everything Everywhere All At Once in 2022. Below is the breakdown of its financial performance and how it compares to its budget.

1. Production Budget

The production budget for Uncut Gems was approximately $19 million.
At the time, this made it A24's most expensive in-house production. The budget was relatively high for an indie film because of the New York City location shoots, the high-intensity cinematography (shot on 35mm), and the star power of Adam Sandler.

2. Box Office Performance

Unlike most major films, Uncut Gems had a bifurcated distribution strategy: A24 handled the U.S. theatrical release, while Netflix acquired the international rights.

Domestic (USA/Canada): $50,023,780
- The film opened in a limited release on December 13, 2019, before expanding wide on Christmas Day. It set a record for A24's highest single-day gross on Christmas ($5.9 million).
International: $0 (Theatrical)
- Because Netflix owned the international rights, the film did not have a traditional theatrical run outside of North America. It premiered directly on Netflix in most international territories on January 31, 2020.
Worldwide Total: $50,023,780

3. Post-Box Office Revenue

The film generated significant revenue through licensing and home media, which is crucial to understanding its profitability.

Netflix International Deal: In September 2018, A24 sold the international distribution rights to Netflix. While the exact figure was not disclosed, industry reports and financial analysts (such as those from Looper and Deadline) indicate the deal was structured to cover a significant portion of the $19 million production budget (estimates suggest a mid-to-high eight-figure deal). This meant A24 entered the U.S. theatrical window with very little financial risk remaining.
Physical Home Media (DVD/Blu-ray):
- DVD Sales: ~$1,044,894
- Blu-ray Sales: ~$3,870,795
- Total Physical Revenue: ~$4.92 million (estimated domestic sales only).
- Note: These figures represent early retail sales and do not include the 2021 prestige release from The Criterion Collection, which would add further revenue.
Digital Sales & VOD: The film was a top performer on digital rental charts (iTunes, Amazon, Vudu) during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. While specific VOD revenue totals are rarely made public, it frequently appeared in the "Top 5" on DEG's "Watched at Home" charts during its digital debut.

4. Summary Comparison: Budget vs. Revenue

Category	Figure (USD)
Production Budget	$19 million
Estimated Marketing (P&A)	$10–$15 million
Total Estimated Investment	$29–$34 million
Box Office Revenue (Domestic)	$50.02 million
Netflix International Rights Sale	~$15–$19 million (Est.)
Home Video & Digital	~$7–$10 million (Est.)
Total Estimated Gross Revenue	$72–$79 million

Conclusion:
The film was highly profitable. By selling the international rights to Netflix, A24 essentially "cleared" their production costs before the film even hit U.S. theaters. The $50 million domestic box office was almost entirely "found money" for the studio (after split with theaters and marketing costs), cementing the film as a massive win for both the Safdie Brothers and A24's business model.

#F CORRECTION FEED (CLICK TO SEARCH)

[1] Uncut Gems ($50M) was A24's highest domestic grosser until Everything Everywhere All At Once ($77M) in 2022.

[2] The $19 million budget is widely reported by trade publications.

[3] At the time of release (2019), $19M was A24's highest budget. Civil War (2024) has since surpassed it with a $50M budget.

[4] Exact match with Box Office Mojo domestic gross.

[5] The film grossed $5.9 million on Christmas Day 2019, setting a single-day record for A24.

[6] Netflix held international rights, so there was no significant international theatrical gross reported.

[7] Industry reports confirm the Netflix deal covered the production budget.

[8] A 'mid-to-high eight-figure' deal ($50M-$90M) is unsupported and contradicts the claim that it 'covered the budget' ($19M). If it were $50M+, it would have tripled the budget. The deal was likely in the low eight figures ($15M-$20M).

[9] The figures match historical data from The Numbers for DVD/Blu-ray sales.

[10] This estimate ($15-19M) aligns with the 'covered the budget' narrative and is far more accurate than the text's 'mid-to-high eight-figure' claim.

#O MISSED POINTS & OVERSIGHTS

Medium

Distinction from Sandler's Overall Deal

The AI likely conflated the Uncut Gems international rights deal with Adam Sandler's massive $250M deal with Netflix. Clarifying that Uncut Gems was a separate acquisition is important for financial accuracy.

#C RELATED QUERIES

#01 What was the exact value of the Uncut Gems Netflix international deal?

#02 How does Uncut Gems' profitability compare to other A24 films like Moonlight or Hereditary?

#S SOURCES

cinemablend.com screendaily.com wikipedia.org whats-on-netflix.com novacatfilms.com wikipedia.org

#R ORIGINAL AI RESPONSE

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The film *Uncut Gems* (2019) was a significant commercial and critical success for A24, serving as the studio's highest-grossing domestic release until it was surpassed by *Everything Everywhere All At Once* in 2022. Below is the breakdown of its financial performance and how it compares to its budget. ### **1. Production Budget** The production budget for *Uncut Gems* was approximately **$19 million**. At the time, this made it A24's most expensive in-house production. The budget was relatively high for an indie film because of the New York City location shoots, the high-intensity cinematography (shot on 35mm), and the star power of Adam Sandler. ### **2. Box Office Performance** Unlike most major films, *Uncut Gems* had a bifurcated distribution strategy: A24 handled the U.S. theatrical release, while Netflix acquired the international rights. * **Domestic (USA/Canada):** **$50,023,780** * The film opened in a limited release on December 13, 2019, before expanding wide on Christmas Day. It set a record for A24's highest single-day gross on Christmas ($5.9 million). * **International:** **$0** (Theatrical) * Because Netflix owned the international rights, the film did not have a traditional theatrical run outside of North America. It premiered directly on Netflix in most international territories on January 31, 2020. * **Worldwide Total:** **$50,023,780** ### **3. Post-Box Office Revenue** The film generated significant revenue through licensing and home media, which is crucial to understanding its profitability. * **Netflix International Deal:** In September 2018, A24 sold the international distribution rights to Netflix. While the exact figure was not disclosed, industry reports and financial analysts (such as those from *Looper* and *Deadline*) indicate the deal was structured to **cover a significant portion of the $19 million production budget** (estimates suggest a mid-to-high eight-figure deal). This meant A24 entered the U.S. theatrical window with very little financial risk remaining. * **Physical Home Media (DVD/Blu-ray):** * **DVD Sales:** ~$1,044,894 * **Blu-ray Sales:** ~$3,870,795 * **Total Physical Revenue:** **~$4.92 million** (estimated domestic sales only). * *Note: These figures represent early retail sales and do not include the 2021 prestige release from The Criterion Collection, which would add further revenue.* * **Digital Sales & VOD:** The film was a top performer on digital rental charts (iTunes, Amazon, Vudu) during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. While specific VOD revenue totals are rarely made public, it frequently appeared in the "Top 5" on DEG's "Watched at Home" charts during its digital debut. ### **4. Summary Comparison: Budget vs. Revenue** | Category | Figure (USD) | | :--- | :--- | | **Production Budget** | **$19 million** | | **Estimated Marketing (P&A)** | **$10–$15 million** | | **Total Estimated Investment** | **$29–$34 million** | | **Box Office Revenue (Domestic)** | **$50.02 million** | | **Netflix International Rights Sale** | **~$15–$19 million** (Est.) | | **Home Video & Digital** | **~$7–$10 million** (Est.) | | **Total Estimated Gross Revenue** | **$72–$79 million** | **Conclusion:** The film was highly profitable. By selling the international rights to Netflix, A24 essentially "cleared" their production costs before the film even hit U.S. theaters. The **$50 million** domestic box office was almost entirely "found money" for the studio (after split with theaters and marketing costs), cementing the film as a massive win for both the Safdie Brothers and A24's business model.

#A DIRECT ANSWER (VERIFIED ANALYSIS)

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Uncut Gems (2019) had a production budget of approximately $19 million. It grossed $50,023,780 at the domestic box office. It did not have a traditional international theatrical run because Netflix acquired the international distribution rights. While the exact value of the Netflix deal is undisclosed, industry reports indicate it covered the production budget (likely in the low eight-figure range, ~$19 million), mitigating A24's financial risk. The film also generated approximately $4.9 million in physical media sales (DVD/Blu-ray) and performed well on VOD. It was A24's highest-grossing domestic release until Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022).

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