Alex Garland's Elden Ring movie reportedly carries a hefty budget of almost $200 million, making it A24's most expensive movie ever – and it's not close.
Elden Ring Movie's Budget Reportedly $200 Million, Almost 3x More Expensive Than A24's Marty Supreme

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