The Favourite box office: How much has The Favourite starring Olivia Colman made?

The official plot synopsis for The Favourite reads: “In the early 18th century, England is at war with the French, nevertheless, duck racing and pineapple eating are thriving. A frail Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) occupies the throne, and her close friend Lady Sarah (Rachel Weisz) governs the country in her stead while tending to Anne’s ill health and mercurial temper. When a new servant, Abigail (Emma Stone), arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah so Sarah takes Abigail under her wing, and Abigail sees a chance to return to her aristocratic roots.”

How much has The Favourite made at the box office?

The Favourite currently has grossed £2.2million for its opening weekend, coming up to £3.97 million including previews.

Yorgos Lanthimos’ historical drama had an estimated budget of £11.8 million.

The Favourite failed to dethrone Mary Poppins Returns from the top of the box office in the UK.

However, The Favourite will likely have continued support from fans of Olivia Colman.

Colman has won the Golden Globe for Best Actress for her portrayal of Queen Anne.

The actress is a top contender for the Oscar award too, which will put The Favourite at the top of many movie-goers’ lists.

The Favourite had its opening weekend in America over the weekend of November 25, 2018.

During this weekend, The Favourite garnered £330,239 across its four opening venues in both New York and Los Angeles.

This averaged out to £82,953 per location which gives The Favourite the best opening average since La La Land.

The Favourite also holds the highest per screen average since 2017’s Call Me By Your Name.

With a 94 percent fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, The Favourite likely has more money coming its way as people head to the cinema to see it.

The Favourite runs one hour and 59 minutes, with no post-credit scene.

In the UK, The Favourite has a rating of 15, meaning the movie is suitable only for those 15 years and over, and no one younger than 15 may see the film in a cinema.

Nicholas Hoult (Skins, About a Boy, Mad Max Fury Road) stars as Robert Harley, 1st Earl of Oxford and Earl Mortimer.

Mark Gatiss (Sherlock) takes up the role of the 1st Duke of Marlborough John Churchill.

Joe Alwyn, an up and comer, plays Samuel Masham, Abigail’s husband.

James Smith, known for his roles in In The Loop and In The Thick Of It, plays Godolphin.

Additionally, Jenny Rainsford and Liam Fleming join as Mae and Levom respectively.

The Favourite is now playing in cinemas.