Bruce Springsteen Biopic “Deliver Me From Nowhere” Underperforms at Global Box Office
A new biopic focusing on Bruce Springsteen’s creation of his acclaimed 1982 album “Nebraska” has earned $16.1 million worldwide, falling short of expectations for the $55 million production.
“Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere,” starring Jeremy Allen White as “The Boss” and directed by Scott Cooper, debuted with $7 million internationally, with key markets including the United Kingdom ($1.6 million), Germany ($1 million), and Italy ($800,000). The film’s focused narrative—centering on a single album rather than a comprehensive life story—is being cited by analysts as a potential factor in its lackluster performance, contrasting with the broader appeal of biopics like “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Rocketman.”
The film’s underperformance comes as other titles see success; “Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc” continues to dominate, surpassing $100 million globally, and “Regretting You,” adapted from a Colleen Hoover novel, launched with $22.85 million worldwide. Blumhouse’s “Black Phone 2” is also proving a commercial win, reaching $80.4 million globally, a much-needed success for the horror production company after a challenging year for its theatrical releases. You can find more information about box office results at Box Office Mojo.
Disney’s “Tron: Ares” also continues its run, but with $123.4 million globally against a $180 million budget, it is considered a disappointment. Studio representatives have not yet commented on future plans for “Deliver Me From Nowhere,” but its performance will likely influence decisions regarding similar artist-focused biopics.
