Robert Eggers' Nosferatu (2024) has a theatrical runtime of 132-133 minutes, or 2 hours 12-13 minutes. It has no mid-credits, end-credits, or post-credits scene, and it is available in theatrical and extended versions. The vampire film opened in U.S.
theaters on December 25, 2024, according to Collider in the Collider review. Theatergoers should budget about 2.5 hours with previews. Home viewers choose between two labeled cuts.
Table of Contents
- How long is the theatrical version?
- What does the extended cut add?
- Is there a post-credits scene?
- Should you stay through the credits?
- Which version should you pick?
How long is the theatrical version?
The theatrical cut runs 132 minutes in most U.S. listings, sometimes rounded to 133 minutes. The British Board of Film Classification lists the theatrical release at about 127-132 minutes because of rounding and format differences.
Disc data gives a precise timing of 2:12:17 for the theatrical cut. That precision matters for planning. Start time plus previews determines the real evening commitment.
What does the extended cut add?
Universal's home release adds an extended cut running 136 minutes, with about 4 extra minutes beyond the theatrical cut, as reported by Bloody Disgusting in the Bloody Disgusting home-video report. The disc timing is listed as 2:15:45. Both cuts were sold together on Digital from January 2025.
They followed on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD from February 18, 2025. Peacock lists Nosferatu: Extended Cut at 2h 16m. It arrived on Peacock on February 21, 2025. Small timing differences reflect rounding and streaming presentation.
Is there a post-credits scene?
No. Nosferatu has no mid-credits, end-credits, or post-credits scene or teaser, according to SYFY Wire in the SYFY Wire credits explainer. The story ends when the film fades to black.
Viewers can leave when the credits begin without missing plot. There is no hidden return of Count Orlok. There is also no sequel setup.
Should you stay through the credits?
The end credits run approximately 7 minutes. They play over composer Robin Carolan's score. They contain nothing extra during or after them.
Stay if you want to hear the music. Leave if you need to catch transport or relieve a babysitter. Home viewers can stop playback once credits start.
Which version should you pick?
Choose by available time and interest in extra footage. Home menus label the longer version clearly.
Select "Extended Cut" before pressing play. The default listing may start the theatrical version.
- Theatrical cut, about 2:12: best for a first watch and tighter pacing.
- Extended Cut, about 2:15-2:16: best for viewers wanting the longest released version.