The film industry has seen numerous blockbusters over the years, but only a few have managed to break records and become the biggest box office movies of all time. These films not only captivated audiences worldwide but also set new benchmarks in terms of earnings. Here, we delve into the top five biggest box office movies, detailing their release dates, theater runs, and their impressive opening day and weekend earnings.
1. Avatar (2009)
James Cameron’s Avatar remains a monumental achievement in cinematic history. Released on December 18, 2009, Avatar quickly became the highest-grossing film of all time. The movie ran in theaters for an impressive 34 weeks, captivating audiences with its groundbreaking visual effects and immersive storytelling. On its opening day, Avatar earned $26.8 million, and by the end of its opening weekend, it had grossed $77 million. The film’s total worldwide gross stands at a staggering $2.923 billion to date.
2. Avengers: Endgame (2019)
Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame is another titan in the realm when discussing the biggest box office movies. Released on April 26, 2019, this superhero epic concluded the Infinity Saga and drew massive crowds to theaters, Endgame had a record-breaking opening day, earning $157.5 million, and continued to dominate the box office with a $357.1 million opening weekend. The film’s total worldwide gross reached $2.799 billion, making it one of the highest-grossing films ever made.
3. Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)
The long-awaited sequel to Avatar, Avatar: The Way of Water, was released on December 16, 2022. Directed by James Cameron, this film continued the story of Pandora and its inhabitants. On its opening day, The Way of Water earned $53 million, and by the end of its opening weekend, it had grossed close to $175 million. The film’s total worldwide gross stands at $2.32 billion, securing its place among the biggest box office movies.
4. Titanic (1997)
Another masterpiece by James Cameron, Titanic, was released on December 19, 1997. This epic romance and disaster film captivated audiences worldwide and became the first movie to gross over $1 billion, Titanic had an opening day earning of $8.7 million and an opening weekend gross of $28.6 million. The film’s total worldwide gross is $2.264 billion, making it one of the biggest box office movies to ever hit the silver screen.
5. Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens (2015)
The return of the Star Wars saga with Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens was a monumental event in the film industry. Released on December 18, 2015, the film reignited the Star Wars franchise and drew massive crowds to theaters. On its opening day, The Force Awakens earned $247.9 million, and by the end of its opening weekend, it had grossed $528.9 million. The film’s total worldwide gross is $2.071 billion, easily making it one of the biggest box office movies in the Star Wars franchise.
These five films have not only set records but have also left an indelible mark on the film industry. Their impressive earnings and the sheer number of viewers they attracted are testaments to their popularity and the impact they had on audiences. As the film industry continues to evolve, it will be exciting to see which new releases will join the ranks of the biggest box office movies and if any will surpass these already established films.
