Directed by the acclaimed Paul Thomas Anderson and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, the new action movie "One Battle After Another" has captivated audiences and critics alike since its release on September 26, 2025. Despite its widespread critical acclaim and a global box office gross of $141 million, surpassing its $130 million production cost, the film is paradoxically estimated to lose Warner Bros. a significant fortune.

The financial challenges stem from a substantial marketing budget of $70 million, pushing the total investment to $200 million. Industry experts estimate the break-even point for the film to be around $300 million, considering the standard 50-50 split of ticket sales with theaters. With current earnings, "One Battle After Another" is far from reaching this mark and is projected to incur losses of approximately $100 million for the studio.

However, "One Battle After Another" has achieved remarkable success on other metrics. The revolutionary action-crime-thriller has garnered exceptional reviews, earning a "Certified Fresh" rating of 95% from critics and a "Verified Hot" score of 85% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes. Its quality has also positioned it as a heavy Oscar favorite, a highly valued achievement for any studio.

Currently playing exclusively in theaters, the film is expected to transition to other platforms soon. While it is not yet available on any streaming or VOD service, its theatrical exclusivity is nearing an end. Fans can anticipate its arrival on VOD platforms such as Prime Video, Fandango at Home, and Apple TV in the near future, with a streaming debut on HBO Max projected for December.

Beyond DiCaprio, the 162-minute epic also features talented actors like Benicio del Toro as well as Sean Penn in the role of Col. Steven J. Lockjaw. The screenplay was penned by Paul Thomas Anderson and Thomas Pynchon, with Adam Somner serving as producer. This star-studded cast and creative team contribute to the film's artistic merit, even as it navigates a challenging financial landscape.