There are many reasons why a movie can become extremely popular. It can be a creative and exciting story, stunning and innovative visuals, believable characters or mesmerizing performances by the cast.
But when all these factors come together, they can make a film that resonates with countless audiences and wins even more at the box office. Although Hollywood has produced many global hits over the years, a select few have hit the mark in theaters, cementing themselves as cinematic giants.
Note: These films are ranked by popularity by worldwide box office gross adjusted for inflation.
10. Star Wars: The Force Awakens ($2.33 billion)
Disney
With this the Force was strong. As a sequel to one of the most beloved film trilogies in history, Star Wars: The Force Awakens brought countless fans around the world to theaters to see the return of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Han Solo and many other beloved characters.
While many moments relied heavily on nostalgia, it did feature many new additions to the franchise, including newcomers Rey, Finn, Poe, BB-8, and Kylo Ren. Although the sequels that followed were not as popular with the audience, there is no denying the success The force is awakening.
9. Doctor Zhivago ($2.36 billion)
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This historical epic tells the story of a married doctor/poet who gets caught up in an affair with a married woman during World War I and the Russian Civil War.
Like many other entries on this list, despite initial criticism, Doctor Zhivago it received a lot of hype as an exciting romance set against the backdrop of real-life events. While many people these days may not think much of the film, in terms of its story, ambition and success, Doctor Zhivago it was very much Gone with the wind duringn Russian revolution.
8. The Ten Commandments from 1956 ($2.49 billion)
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Cecil B. DeMille’s sprawling biblical epic tells the story of Moses on his journey from an adopted Egyptian prince to a Hebrew prophet who freed his people from slavery.
The casting and acting in this film certainly hasn’t aged well, but many people still consider it a cinematic classic. With breathtaking visuals and extraordinary special effects, The Ten Commandments remains a spectacle to behold, and American television stations continue to broadcast it every Easter.
7. ET the Extra-Terrestrial ($2.65 billion)
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Steven Spielberg captivated audiences around the world with this magical story about a boy who befriends an alien left behind on Earth. ET attracted audiences of all ages with its childlike sense of love and wonder.
In fact, Spielberg won the United Nations Peace Medal after it was shown at the UN, which proves how powerful this film is. The acclaimed director put his heart and soul into this film, and it clearly paid off by creating one of the most beloved fairy tales in the history of modern cinema.
6. The Sound of Music ($2.7 billion)
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Probably everyone has already heard at least one song from this movie. Although many critics did not really enjoy it The sound of music upon its release, the film nevertheless proved to be a hit at the box office. Yes, the film unfolds like a corny fairy tale, but it’s still a beautiful and endearing story of a family coming together amid their newfound love and hope and overcoming dire odds.
Because the film fit the mold of a successful blockbuster, theaters definitely lived The sound of musicwhich briefly became the most profitable film in history, excluding inflation.
5. Avengers: Endgame ($2.96 billion)
Marvel Studios / Marvel Studios
This was a cinematic event more than 10 years in the making. After the Avengers suffer a devastating loss at the hands of Thanos, they devise a way to travel back in time and revive all the people the Titan wiped out of existence.
A lot of planning and world-building went into the Marvel Cinematic Universe leading up to this film, and there were plenty of ways it could have crashed and burned. But Game over defied all odds to become a once-in-a-lifetime blockbuster that drew audiences everywhere. One can only imagine how Marvel Studios plans to top this Kang Dynasty and Secret Wars.
4. Star Wars ($3.22 billion)
Lucasfilm
Absolutely no one expected Star Wars be such a success. George Lucas delighted audiences around the world with his epic space adventure, which became an instant phenomenon.
Almost everything about this film became a staple of popular culture, including the story, characters, music, and groundbreaking special effects. And its influence can still be seen not only in the sequels, prequels and television shows in between, but also in the many other blockbusters that followed.
3. Titanic ($3.26 billion)
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James Cameron made a box office hit with this romantic retelling of the ill-fated voyage of the RMS Titanic. As Romeo and Julietthis film is a classic story of two lovers from different worlds who find love in each other’s arms, just before a terrible tragedy.
It’s a story as old as time itself, but audiences clearly couldn’t get enough of it and are still debating whether or not Jack could have walked in that door with Rose.
2. Avatar ($3.5 billion)
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This is the second film by director James Cameron that has crossed the legendary two billion dollar mark. Although the story and characters may not have broken new ground, Avatar it was praised for its outstanding digital effects, especially its then-new motion capture technology.
Although 15 years have passed since the release of this film and people have questioned its quality, audiences still flocked to see its recent sequel in theaters, proving that the magic of the original film has not yet worn off.
1. Gone with the Wind ($3.9 billion)
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This film follows the daughter of a Southern plantation owner as she pursues love and struggles for survival after the American Civil War. This film was very popular upon its release and is widely regarded as one of the greatest films of all time.
However, Gone with the wind modern audiences do not view it with such fondness, as it has been widely criticized for perpetuating racial stereotypes, romanticizing marital rape, and glorifying the antebellum South. Although historically and culturally inaccurate, the film is an ambitious epic that was revolutionary in its time, and its epic sweep and complex protagonist made it one for the ages.
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