A24 has capped off a stellar 2024 with yet another milestone, thanks to the success of Babygirl. The erotic thriller, directed by Halina Reijn and starring Nicole Kidman as a high-powered CEO entangled in an affair with her young intern (Harris Dickinson), has earned $8.4 million at the domestic box office since its December 25 release. This performance helped A24 surpass $200 million in domestic box office revenue for the year—a significant leap from 2023’s $138.2 million total.
A Year of Hits for A24
Babygirl is just the latest addition to an impressive slate of high-performing films for the indie powerhouse. While Civil War, Alex Garland’s dystopian epic, led the charge with a staggering $68.8 million domestic haul, other standout titles like Heretic ($27.7 million) and We Live in Time ($24.7 million) contributed to the studio’s record-breaking year.
In 2024, A24 released 19 films, slightly more than the 17 released in 2023, but the quality and diversity of its offerings clearly resonated with audiences. From Zac Efron’s The Iron Claw to Mia Goth’s MaXXXine, the studio continued to balance critical acclaim with box office viability—a winning formula that has cemented its reputation as a leading player in the indie film market.
How Babygirl Fits Into A24’s Success
Babygirl is already A24’s sixth-highest-grossing domestic release of the year, surpassing established hits like The Zone of Interest and Love Lies Bleeding. Its provocative premise, coupled with standout performances from Kidman and Dickinson, has garnered critical acclaim and fueled audience interest. Halina Reijn’s direction has also received widespread praise, solidifying her as a talent to watch in the indie film space.
The film’s performance is notable given its late-December release, which positions it as a bridge into A24’s 2025 slate. Much like The Iron Claw, which debuted at the end of 2023 and bolstered the studio’s early 2024 numbers, Babygirl is poised to sustain A24’s momentum into the new year.
2024’s Top Domestic Earners for A24
Here’s a breakdown of A24’s highest-grossing domestic releases this year:
- Civil War – $68.8M
- Heretic – $27.7M
- We Live in Time – $24.7M
- The Iron Claw – $19.6M
- MaXXXine – $15.1M
- Babygirl – $8.4M
Civil War, now A24’s second-highest-grossing domestic release of all time, trails only Everything Everywhere All at Once. Babygirl, while lower on the list, has solidified its place in A24’s legacy of films that balance art-house sensibilities with commercial appeal.
A24’s Winning Formula
A24 has consistently proven that quality storytelling, paired with thoughtful marketing and strategic releases, can compete with major studios. The studio’s films often blend critical acclaim with strong commercial performance, exemplified by Babygirl’s early success. Nicole Kidman’s star power undoubtedly played a role in drawing audiences, much like The Iron Claw leveraged Zac Efron’s appeal to bring viewers to theaters.
With its diverse 2024 slate and continued audience loyalty, A24 has positioned itself as an indie juggernaut capable of thriving in a competitive box office landscape. If Babygirl is any indication, the studio’s 2025 lineup is poised to continue this upward trajectory.
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