The 30 Highest-Grossing Movies of All Time

Worldwide gross: $2,923,706,026

Home gross: $785,221,649

James Cameron’s sci-fi fantasy epic “Avatar” smashed information and stays the reigning field workplace champion. Sam Worthington stars as paralyzed former Marine Jake Sully, who finds a brand new life on the planet Pandora when he begins inhabiting an avatar model of its native folks.

Worldwide gross: $2,799,439,100

Home gross: $858,373,000

Marvel followers from world wide waited in anticipation for the MCU’s comply with as much as “Avengers: Infinity Struggle.” With the destiny of the whole universe on the road, heroes from all totally different realms and planets teamed as much as defeat Thanos and convey half the inhabitants again to life.

Worldwide gross: $2,320,250,281

Home gross: $684,075,767

Greater than a decade after the unparalleled success of “Avatar,” James Cameron adopted up his largest hit with “The Means of Water,” which jumps a number of years forward to indicate Jake and Netreyi (Zoë Saldaña) elevating a household collectively. When people return to threaten Pandora, they flip to the planet’s water-dwelling inhabitants seeking security.

Worldwide gross: $2,264,750,694

Home gross: $674,292,608

Kate and Leo — want we use final names? — star as star-crossed lovers in James Cameron’s timeless drama concerning the ill-fated R.M.S. Titanic. With a swoon-worthy love story, an iconic soundtrack showcasing the abilities of James Horner and Céline Dion, and the intrigue of a historic tragedy, “Titanic” is a narrative we’ll “by no means let go” of.

Worldwide gross: $2,071,310,218

Home gross: $936,662,225

“Star Wars” followers have at all times confirmed to be a devoted group, they usually actually confirmed up for “The Power Awakens,” which options beloved franchise icons and newcomers alike. Within the seventh installment to the Skywalker Saga, Rey (Daisy Ridley), Finn (John Boyega), Poe Dameron (Oscar Isaac) and Hans Solo (Harrison Ford) are on the lookout for Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) amid their struggle in opposition to the Galactic Empire. Whereas Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) leads the darkish facet, Common Leia Organa (Carrie Fisher) helms the Resistance.

Worldwide gross: $2,052,415,039

Home gross: $678,815,482

The “Avengers” saga led as much as the penultimate chapter “Infinity Struggle,” through which our beloved MCU heroes struggle to cease Thanos from retrieving the highly effective infinity stones, which he plans to make use of to wipe out half the inhabitants of the universe.

Worldwide gross: $1,921,847,111

Home gross: $814,115,070

“No Means Dwelling” stirred tons of chatter lengthy earlier than its December 2021 launch date, with followers speculating that its multiverse storyline would convey collectively Peter Parkers of previous and current. Whereas Marvel and solid members remained tight-lipped, audiences have been certainly handled to the unprecedented pleasure of seeing Tobey Maguire, Andrew Garfield and Tom Holland share the display screen.

Worldwide gross: $1,671,537,444

Home gross: $653,406,625

“Jurassic World” revived the beloved franchise that started with Steven Spielberg’s basic 1993 movie, “Jurassic Park.” Chris Evans and Bryce Dallas Howard star within the blockbuster reboot, through which dinosaurs run unfastened on the titular theme park on Isla Nublar.

Worldwide Gross: $1,663,079,059

Home Gross: $543,638,043

“The Lion King” struck a chord with critics and audiences alike because the second dwell motion reimagining of a basic Disney film after “The Jungle Ebook” in 2016. The 2019 movie tells the identical Shakespearian legend as the primary, following the younger lion Simba on a quest to avenge the lifetime of his father Mufasa and reclaim his place on Pleasure Rock as king.

Worldwide Gross: $1,520,538,536

Home Gross: $623,357,910

It’s the movie that formally cemented the MCU as field workplace lightning for the following decade. “The Avengers” noticed Earth’s mightiest heroes be part of forces on the massive display screen for the primary time to do battle with the Norse God Loki his military of alien tremendous troopers.

Worldwide Gross: $1,515,342,457

Home Gross: $353,007,020

“Quick 7” is the seventh of 10 “Quick and the Livid” movies and marks the final efficiency of collection lead Paul Walker earlier than he tragically died in 2013. “Quick 7” sees the gang return to their regular lives after defeating international terrorist Owen Shaw, however they’re pulled again into motion after being threatened by Owen’s brother, Deckard Shaw (Jason Statham), who’s out for revenge.

Worldwide Gross: $1,495,696,292

Home Gross: $718,732,821

The sequel to the 1986 basic soared excessive above expectations and gave a a lot wanted post-pandemic jolt to cinemas internationally. “High Gun: Maverick” noticed Pete “Maverick” Mitchell return to the Navy 30 years later to coach a recent batch of pilots for a missions that appears all however unimaginable.

Worldwide Gross: $1,453,683,476

Home Gross: $477,373,578

Following the huge success of “Frozen,” the sequel greater than delivered on the identical magic and appeal that wowed household audiences world wide. “Frozen II” sees Elsa leaving her kingdom of Arendelle and venturing into far off lands on a journey of self discovery.

Worldwide Gross: $1,445,638,421

Home Gross: $636,238,421

The pink-plastered blockbuster sensation was a right away viral hit and the undisputed should see film of 2023. “Barbie” noticed the enduring plastic doll go away her house of Barbie Land for the primary time to face the tough realities ready in the actual world.

Worldwide Gross: $1,405,018,048

Home Gross: $459,005,868

The second movie within the “Avengers” collection was an explosive follow-up to the unique that noticed the MCU adapt a darker presentation in its motion and themes. “Avengers: Age of Ultron” pinned the Earth’s mightiest heroes in opposition to the robotic overlord Ultron after Tony Stark’s plans for a workforce of dispensable robotic peacekeepers goes horribly mistaken.

Worldwide Gross: $1,397,045,694

Home Gross: $400,953,009

The long-lasting first movie will not be solely the third-highest grossing Disney musical of all time, however it’s most definitely primary within the hearts of many throughout the globe. In “Frozen,” after Queen Elsa makes use of her ice powers to solid an everlasting winter over the dominion of Arendelle, her sister Anna groups up with a mountain man and a whimsical snowman to reverse the curse and save her house.

Worldwide gross: $1.3 billion

Home gross: $574 million

This comedy-adventure animated movie follows the origin story of the well-known plumber brothers Mario and Luigi who develop into separated when transported to a special dimension. The brothers get caught up in a battle between the Mushroom Kingdom and the Koopas, and attempt to discover their manner again to at least one one other.

Worldwide gross: $1.3 billion

Home gross: $381 million

Harry (Daniel Radcliffe), Ron (Rupert Grint) and Hermoine (Emma Watson) put together for his or her last battle in opposition to Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes) within the second half of the conclusion to the magical collection. They proceed to seek for the Darkish Lord’s last Horcruxes to rid the world of his evil.

Worldwide gross: $1.35 billion

Home gross: $700 million

Former prince T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) is topped king of the nation of Wakanda after his father’s passing, however is challenged by Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan). T’Challa’s place as king and Black Panther is examined when a battle he turns into concerned in places Wakanda and the world in danger.

Worldwide gross: $1.33 billion

Home gross: $620 million

The second installment of the Star Wars sequel trilogy, “Star Wars: The Final Jedi” follows Rey (Daisy Ridley) studying the methods of the Power from Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) and the Resistance’s struggle in opposition to Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) and the First Order.

Worldwide gross: $1.31 billion

Home gross: $417 million

The sci-fi journey comply with as much as “Jurassic World,” “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” sees Claire Dearing (Bryce Dallas Howard) and Owen Grady (Chris Pratt) return to Isla Nublar to save lots of the remaining dinosaurs from a soon-to-erupt volcano. Set three years after the autumn of the Jurassic World theme park, the pair uncover new breeds of dinosaurs and a plot that threatens the Earth.

Worldwide gross: $1.27 billion

Home gross: $504 million

The live-action musical fantasy movie follows Belle (Emma Watson) and the Beast (Dan Stevens) of their love story. Tailored from the animated model of the film, the Beast is a former prince solid underneath a spell that forces him to dwell as a beast till he finds real love in Belle, who he retains prisoner.

Worldwide gross: $1.24 billion

Home gross: $608 million

“Incredibles 2” follows the Incredibles household as they try to revive the general public’s love for superheroes. Elastigirl continues to struggle crime whereas Mr. Unimaginable stays house and takes care of Violet, Sprint and Jack-Jack. Because the cybercriminal Screenslaver tries to hypnotize the world by way of laptop screens to show the general public in opposition to the heroes, the household groups as much as take the felony down.

Worldwide gross: $1.23 billion

Home gross: $226 million

The eighth film within the Quick & Livid franchise, “The Destiny of the Livid” follows Dom (Vin Diesel) turning in opposition to his workforce underneath the affect of a lady named Cipher (Charlize Theron). The remainder of the racing crew should workforce as much as cease Cipher and reconnect with Dom.

Worldwide gross: $1.21 billion

Home gross: $409 million

“Iron Man 3” is third film within the Iron Man franchise. Robert Downey Jr. fits up as Tony Stark and faces a malevolent enemy generally known as the Mandarin.

Worldwide gross: $1.16 billion

Home gross: $336 million

“Minions,” the prequel to 2010’s “Despicable Me,” follows the Minions’ seek for their new evil grasp after unintentionally killing all of their previous ones.

Worldwide gross: $1.16 billion

Home gross: $379 million

“The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” is the ultimate battle between good and evil. It stars Elijah Wooden, Sean Astin and Ian McKellen.

Worldwide gross: $1.16 billion

Home gross: $408 million

Disagreements separates the Avengers into two factions: one led by Captain America (Chris Evans) and the opposite by Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.). As the controversy between the 2 heroes escalates, Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner) and Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) are pressured to select a facet.

Worldwide gross: $1.15 billion

Home gross: $335 million

Jason Momoa stars because the movie’s namesake in “Aquaman.” The hero should retrieve the Trident of Atlan and embrace his powers to rule the underwater kingdom.

Worldwide gross: $1.14 billion

Home gross: $304 million

“Skyfall” is Daniel Craig’s third look as James Bond. 007 tracks down the risk when M16 is underneath assault.