Low Budget Films That Made More Than Their Money Back

Beginners – $3.2 million budget

In Hollywood, $3.2 million can be considered a low budget to have stars like Ewan McGregor attached. The 2011 film stars McGregor as Oliver – who quickly learns his 75-year-old father has come out as gay.

Unsurprisingly, the film was based on a true story from director Mike Mills’ own experience. Outside of the family drama, the film also includes a romantic storyline for Oliver after meeting a young girl at a party. It made $14 million at the box office and Christopher Plummer walked away with an Academy Award.