Movie Information
Domestic Total: 24.15K
Opening Weekend: 19.65K
Legs: 1.23
Overview: Set in 1990, a lonely bachelor named David searches for an escape from the day-to-day drudgery of caring for his aging mother. While seeking a partner through a video dating service, he discovers a strange VHS tape called Rent-A-Pal. Hosted by the charming and charismatic Andy, the tape offers him much-needed company, compassion, and friendship. But Andy's friendship comes at a cost, and David desperately struggles to afford the price of admission.
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Daily Table
| Date | Revenue | % YD | Theaters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Sep 11, 2020 | $7,325 | + 0.00% | 56 |
| Sat, Sep 12, 2020 | $8,659 | + 18.21% | 56 |
| Sun, Sep 13, 2020 | $3,666 | -57.66% | 56 |
| Mon, Sep 14, 2020 | $925 | -74.77% | 56 |
| Tue, Sep 15, 2020 | $1,149 | + 24.22% | 56 |
| Wed, Sep 16, 2020 | $1,358 | + 18.19% | 56 |
| Thu, Sep 17, 2020 | $1,066 | -21.50% | 56 |
Cast
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Brian Landis Folkins | David |
| Wil Wheaton | Andy |
| Kathleen Brady | Lucille |
| Amy Rutledge | Lisa |
| Adrian Egolf | Diane |
| Olivia Hendrick | Susan |
| Karin Carr | Carla |
| Sara Woodyard | Mary |
| Josh Staab | Camera Guy |
| Luke Sorge | Video Rendezvous Customer |
| Brandon Fryman | Skate Land Employee |
Comps
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| Title | Release Date | Budget |
|---|---|---|
| Murder in the Woods | Aug 14, 2017 | $0 |
| Mandy | Sep 13, 2018 | $6M |
| The Wretched | Dec 15, 2019 | $66K |
| Followed | Jun 19, 2020 | $0 |
| The Lodgers | Oct 5, 2017 | $0 |
| The Dead Center | Oct 11, 2019 | $0 |
| Death House | Feb 28, 2018 | $0 |
| The Lodge | Jan 16, 2020 | $0 |
Profitability Breakdown
Domestic
Week 1: $24.15K
Week 2: $0.00
Investor Share: $0.00
Week 3+: $0.00
Investor Share: $0.00
International
$153.00 (0.63%)
Investor Share: $53.55
Costs
Budget: $N/A
P&A: $N/A
Breakdown
Gross: $24.3K
Net: $14.54K
Costs: $0.00
Profit
Profit: $14.54K
The profitability breakdown is based on Dan Murrell's YouTube videos (Dan Murrell is not affiliated with Reel Numbers). The breakdown only includes the theatrical release and does not account for any post-theatrical revenue streams such as streaming, home video, or merchandise sales. Additionally, the breakdown does not include any tax incentives, sponsorships, or product placement that may have occurred during production.
