AceShowbiz - The Revenant, the gripping Western drama starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy, was re-released in domestic theaters on February 27 to mark its 10th anniversary. Despite the film’s critical acclaim and a strong original box office showing, this re-release has experienced a notably underwhelming commercial performance.

Initially released on December 25, 2015, The Revenant followed the harrowing journey of frontiersman Hugh Glass, portrayed by DiCaprio, who survives a brutal attack and betrayal to seek vengeance in the early 19th century wilderness. The film was directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu and featured Tom Hardy as John Fitzgerald, one of the antagonists.

With a runtime of 157 minutes, the movie was praised for its stark beauty and uncompromising narrative. It holds a "Certified Fresh" rating of 78% on Rotten Tomatoes, where the consensus highlights "Leonardo DiCaprio's committed performance as fuel for an absorbing drama that offers punishing challenges - and rich rewards."

Upon its original release, The Revenant was a major success, grossing over $530 million worldwide on a reported budget between $90 million and $135 million. The film earned 12 Academy Award nominations at the 88th Oscars, with DiCaprio winning his first Oscar for Best Actor. Meanwhile, Iñárritu secured his second consecutive Best Director award, and Emmanuel Lubezki earned a third straight Oscar for Best Cinematography.

The re-release, however, has failed to replicate the film’s initial box office impact. Since returning to theaters in the U.S., The Revenant has generated only $543,906 in revenue, a figure that pales in comparison to its original run. It remains in approximately 900 venues domestically, but the average earnings per theater last weekend were a disappointing $166.

This modest turnout coincides with the Oscar buzz surrounding Leonardo DiCaprio’s latest project, Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another, which recently won six Academy Awards, including Best Picture. Despite the heightened attention on DiCaprio, it did not significantly boost interest in the re-release of The Revenant.

The film’s narrative is set in 1823, predating Taylor Sheridan’s 1883 series by roughly six decades, and it dramatizes true events surrounding Hugh Glass’s survival and quest for revenge after being left for dead. Alongside DiCaprio and Hardy, the cast includes Domhnall Gleeson and Will Poulter.

Originally greenlit with a $90 million budget, the film ultimately expanded to a $135 million production, reflecting the ambitious scope and challenging shoot conditions. The combination of breathtaking cinematography and intense performances contributed to its critical and commercial success, making its current underperformance during the anniversary run all the more striking.

As The Revenant continues its limited theatrical presence, industry watchers and fans alike will be monitoring whether this re-release sparks renewed interest or remains a quiet footnote in the film’s legacy. Stay tuned to Collider for further updates on the box office trajectory of this acclaimed Western drama.