Nosferatu
‘s digital and physical media release dates have been revealed following its successful theatrical run. Directed by Robert Eggers, the film serves as a remake of the 1922 horror, itself inspired by Bram Stoker’s Dracula, chronicling the vampire Count Orlok’s (Bill Skarsgård) obsession with Ellen (Lily-Rose Depp), a haunted young woman. Nosferatu reviews have been generally very positive from critics and the film has been a box office success in theaters, grossing $156 million worldwide.

As the film remains in theaters, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment confirms that Nosferatu is now available to purchase or rent on VOD. The film is available on most major online retailers, including Apple TV, Fandango at Home, Google Play, Microsoft Movies, Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Movies Anywhere.

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Those looking to collect the 4K UHD, Blu-ray, or DVD versions of the movie have a little longer to wait, with that date set for February 18. Both the digital and physical media versions of the movie will come with a host of bonus features, including an extended cut, when purchased from participating retailers. Check out the full list of bonus content below:

• Nosferatu extended cut
• Nosferatu: A Modern Masterpiece – Explore the deepest darkest depths of Nosferatu with the actors and artists whose commitment and craftwork take the classic vampire epic to horrifying new heights.
  • Breathing Life Into A Dream – Filmmaker Robert Eggers’ lifelong dream becomes a startling cinematic nightmare as the actors collaborate on transformative performances to make his Gothic vision an astonishing reality.
  • Becoming Count Orlok – Practical makeup FX seamlessly meld with Bill Skarsgård’s bold interpretation of Count Orlok to resurrect a villain whose unsettling appearance is both creepy and captivating.
  • Capturing The Mood – From sunlight, snowfall, and shadows to candlelight and complicated camera moves, see how each visually rich detail contributes to Nosferatu‘s incredibly eerie atmosphere.
  • Recreating 1838 – Open a virtual time capsule with production designer Craig Lathrop, whose intricately detailed sets immerse viewers in an entirely authentic world.
  • Dressing The Part – Whether accenting Count Orlok’s otherworldliness or telling background tales through clothing, watch costume designer Linda Muir fashion distinct looks that extend each character’s story.
  • The End Is Just the Beginning – Visual effects supervisor Angela Barson and composer Robin Carolan enhance Nosferatu‘s nightmarish fantasy using stunning CGI and a breathtaking score.

• Deleted Scenes
  • Ellen at the Window
  • Harding’s Bedchamber/ Dark Corridor
  • Behold, the Third Night

• Feature Commentary With Writer/ Director Robert Eggers

What Nosferatu’s Home Release Means For The Movie

The Horror Movie’s Theatrical Performance Explained

Nosferatu was made on an estimated budget of $50 million. The film, then, was likely looking at a break-even point of at least $100 million, a goal it has clearly far surpᴀssed. The film excelled in part because Eggers has built up a fanbase with movies like The Witch (2015), The Lighthouse (2019), and The Northman (2022), but also because the film itself has been well-received.

Eggers’ latest currently has a strong critics’ score of 84% on Rotten Tomatoes, with praise aimed at the strong performances from the Nosferatu cast and the movie’s chilling atmosphere and scares. The audience score isn’t quite as high at 73%, but this is still relatively strong for a horror movie. Clearly, the film is resonating with viewers in theaters, and its success suggests it will be a strong performer on VOD and physical media. Unfortunately, though, revenue from home releases isn’t generally made public as box office data is.

Our Take On Nosferatu’s Home Releases

Will The Extended Cut Be An Improvement?

It’s unclear if Nosferatu will go down as the best Eggers release thus far, but it certainly seems to be in the conversation. What will be especially interesting will be seeing how the Nosferatu extended cut compares to the theatrical one. The extended cuts of some movies, such as The Abyss (1989) and Kingdom of Heaven (2005), are widely seen as the superior versions, and it’s entirely possible that Eggers’ new film will be the same.

In any case, Nosferatu has likely earned Eggers even more fans, and its success bodes well for his future film projects. It’s not clear what the director will be working on next, but his follow-up to the chilling 2024 horror is sure to come with a great deal of excitement.

Source: Universal Pictures Home Entertainment