how much did raiders of the lost ark cost to make
Principal photography began in June 1980 on a $20million budget.
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Principal photography began in June 1980 on a $20million budget.
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Raiders of the Lost Ark [SEP] Introduction
Lucas conceived "Raiders of the Lost Ark" in the early 1970s. He wanted to modernize the serial films of the early 20th-century. Lucas developed the idea further with Kaufman, who suggested the Ark as the film's goal. Lucas eventually focused on developing his 1977 space opera "Star Wars". Development on "Raiders of the Lost Ark" resumed that year when Lucas shared the idea with Spielberg; he joined the project several months later. While the pair had ideas for significant scenes in the film, they hired Kasdan to fill in the gaps between them. Principal photography began in June 1980 on a $20million budget.