Sean Baker’s Anora has officially surpassed Neon’s Ferrari to become the fifth highest-grossing film in the studio’s domestic box office history. With a domestic total of USD 18.6 million, Anora exceeded Ferrari’s lifetime earnings following its Oscars triumph on Sunday, March 2. The film saw a remarkable 49.3% increase in ticket sales, grossing USD 194,000 on its 21st Monday after winning Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
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Anora’s Story and Impact
The film follows a Brooklyn-based sex worker, played by Mikey Madison, who unexpectedly falls in love with the son of a Russian oligarch, plunging her into a world of wealth and power. Directed by Sean Baker, Anora continues his tradition of exploring social realism with raw, compelling storytelling.
Box Office and Streaming Expansion
In response to its Oscars success, the film added 1,130 more screens, bringing its total to 1,938 locations across the U.S. With a global gross of over USD 50 million and a domestic total of USD 18.6 million, Anora has proven the viability of independent films. The film will also be available for streaming on Hulu starting March 17, without additional cost.
A Testament to Indie Film Success
Made on a modest USD 6 million budget, Anora’s resurgence at the box office demonstrates the power of awards recognition and strong word of mouth. The film’s continued success highlights that indie films can still thrive, even amidst a market dominated by sequels and franchise films.
#Anora really surprised me, it’s beautiful. This film goes over really deep themes, and sprinkled some hilarious comedy. The film explores human relationships and difficulties being a sex worker. Also the cinematography is outstanding, I teared up a little. 10/10 Love this film. pic.twitter.com/aimGQle7uU
— REGGMON (@reggmons) March 4, 2025
