BREAKING: Russell Crowe’s new WWII drama Nuremberg has officially surpassed the lifetime domestic earnings of the iconic film Downfall, grossing nearly $6 million within just a week of its release. This milestone marks a significant moment for the historical drama, as it now eclipses Downfall’s domestic total of $5.5 million, a film often hailed as one of the greatest portrayals of WWII.
Released on November 7, 2025, Nuremberg serves as a spiritual successor to Downfall, depicting the events following Adolf Hitler’s demise in his final bunker days. While Downfall received an Oscar nomination and became a cultural touchstone, it was controversial for its humanization of Hitler.
Directed by James Vanderbilt, Nuremberg features a star-studded cast, including two Oscar winners: Russell Crowe as the notorious Nazi war criminal Hermann Göring, and Rami Malek as the American psychiatrist delving into Göring’s psyche prior to the Nuremberg Trials. The film is currently sitting at a 69% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with critics praising Crowe’s commanding performance but noting its measured pacing as a limitation.
Despite its strong opening, Nuremberg faces a challenging road ahead if it aims to compete with the global success of Downfall, which earned nearly $95 million worldwide. While Nuremberg has garnered a “verified hot” 95% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, it remains to be seen if it can achieve similar international acclaim.
As audiences continue to engage with the film, industry watchers will be keenly observing its box office trajectory in the coming weeks. The emotional weight of the subject matter, combined with Crowe and Malek’s performances, makes Nuremberg a compelling watch for history enthusiasts and general audiences alike.
Stay tuned for updates as Nuremberg continues its theatrical run, and see how it stacks up against its predecessor in the coming days.
