Latest: Barbie Movie Budget Reportedly $145 Million, Not $100 Million

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Warner Bros Pictures’ latest fanatsy, ‘Barbie’ is ready for theatrical release, and the success of this film is too important for the makers, as they have spent a lot on it. The production team has invested a substantial amount into the movie, surpassing what various news portals had previously reported over the past few months. With this new budget revelation, the profit target for the film has significantly risen, requiring it to outperform expectations to achieve success. However, the film has generated considerable buzz, instilling confidence in the creators that it will fare well. Considering the positive reception, the substantial investment appears justified.

Barbie Movie Budget Reportedly $145 Million, Not $100 Million

According to the latest report, Warner Bros Pictures’ fantasy comedy ‘Barbie‘ is a big-budget film with a reported production budget of $145 million, which exceeds the first reported $100 million. With a production budget of $145 million, ‘Barbie’ is also included as one of Warner Bros Pictures’ most expensive films in 2023, alongside ‘The Flash’, ‘Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom’, and ‘Dune: Part Two’. While the production budget is high, insiders suggest that the makers have also invested heavily in marketing, and its impact is visible among the audience.

‘Barbie’ was produced by Tom Ackerley, David Heyman, and Robbie Brenner under the production banners of Heyday Films, NB/GG Pictures, LuckyChap Entertainment, and Mattel Films^[1]. ‘Barbie’ will distribute by Warner Bros Pictures, and according to reports, it will be available for streaming on HBO Max after 45 days of its theatrical release.

The disclosure of ‘Barbie’s new production budget has had a profound impact on the projected profit. The estimates now consider anything below $450-500 million in global box office earnings to be completely unacceptable. However, despite these lofty figures, the creators remain incredibly optimistic about the film’s release due to the immense buzz and high box office projections. They firmly believe that if the film performs well, the amount invested becomes inconsequential.

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