Drama
|
1996
|
United Kingdom
Director:
Danny Boyle
Starring:
Ewan McGregor, Robert Carlyle, Jonny Lee Miller, Ewen Bremner, Kelly Macdonald
Distribution:
Channel 4 Films / PolyGram Filmed Entertainment / Miramax Films
Platform:
Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu
Budget:
$2,495,000
Gross:
$71,994,000
ROI:
29×
You don’t need big stars or gear — you need tension, timing, and a story people talk about. Peli shot this entirely in his home with a consumer camcorder and built terror from atmosphere. The film’s viral word-of-mouth campaign redefined how indie horror could reach audiences.
Spawned a billion-dollar franchise, revived found-footage horror, and proved that creative storytelling can outperform CGI-heavy blockbusters. A landmark example for filmmakers on how to leverage simplicity and authenticity into massive profit.
⭐ IMDB:
/ 10
📊
+
Audience Ratings
Its raw portrayal of addiction, fearless style, and unforgettable soundtrack turned it into a cinematic lightning bolt that captured 1990s youth culture.
About $2.5 million, earning over $72 million worldwide — an impressive 28.8x return on investment.
It’s available on Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, and Hulu.
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