Angel Studios’ dramatic biopic, Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin., opened to a strong $5.1 million at the box office during its first weekend, exceeding industry projections despite being screened on only 1,900 theaters. With an impressive A CinemaScore and a 92% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film has been described as “unsettlingly timely” and “a compelling and solidly crafted history lesson” by Variety.
A Story of Courage and Faith
The film, directed by Todd Komarnicki, tells the gripping story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German theologian and anti-Nazi dissident, as he navigates the moral and spiritual challenges of joining a plot to assassinate Adolf Hitler. The movie stars Jonas Dassler, August Diehl, and Dianne Wiest, alongside a talented ensemble cast.
“Bonhoeffer’s story is as relevant now as it was during World War II,” said Brandon Purdie, EVP of Theatrical Distribution at Angel Studios. “The strong box office numbers highlight how audiences value powerful and inspiring stories like this.”
Box Office Highlights
- Theater Count: 1,900
- Friday Gross: $2.64M
- Weekend Total: $5.12M
The film’s success was driven by a robust digital marketing campaign and strong word-of-mouth, which Angel Studios expects will sustain interest through the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons.
A Period Drama with Superior Craftsmanship
Shot across Ireland and Belgium, the production design, led by John Mathieson (Gladiator 2), recreates the tense atmosphere of 1940s Europe. The cast’s performances, especially Jonas Dassler’s portrayal of Bonhoeffer, have been praised as authentic and compelling.
Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. is now playing in theaters nationwide.
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