10 Great R-Rated Movies That Sadly Bombed at the Box Office According to Screenrant

"R-rated movies don't typically perform well at the box office, and some of the best were complete bombs. Many of the highest-grossing films ever made appeal to widespread audiences and transform the movie-going experience into a fun event for all ages. R-rated movies tend to have a more limited appeal, as the films touch on darker, more mature subject material. Regardless of their commercial success, many R-rated movies have been regarded as great films, earning critical acclaim and Award success. Some of the highest-grossing R-rated movies ever are excellent films, but these are rare standouts. Typically, a film has to make roughly 2.5x its budget to break even, and only two of the 100 highest-grossing films ever are R-rated. However, there are other avenues for films to be considered successful than just their box office. Many great R-rated movies have earned recognition in their subsequent releases, allowing them to find the viewership they deserve." - screenrant.com