Top 10 Highest Grossing Movies Worldwide

Worldwide Box Office Gross: $2.06 Billion

Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) is the seventh installment in the iconic sci-fi series 'Star Wars'. Released in 2015, it was highly anticipated due to its return after a 30-year hiatus, coupled with massive promotional efforts by Walt Disney.

The plot of 'The Force Awakens' continues from previous episodes, following the quest to find Luke Skywalker and the ongoing battle between various factions in the galaxy. The film received positive reviews and earned 5 Oscar nominations, winning only for 'Best Visual Effects'.

Beyond its box office success, Star Wars films have consistently been nominated for Oscars, particularly in technical categories. The latest installment, Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens, grossed over $2 billion, securing its place as one of the highest-grossing films of all time.

IMDb Rating: 7.8
Tomatometer: 93%
Audience Score: 85%

Worldwide Box Office Gross: $2.04 Billion

Avengers: Infinity War (2018) kicks off with a shocking and tragic opening sequence, setting the tone for the epic battle between two opposing forces. The plot unfolds across various locations on Earth and in space. With a runtime of 149 minutes and a production budget of $300 million (the third highest in film history), the movie delivers several visually stunning action sequences.

The film serves as a culmination of six or seven superhero franchises, bringing together characters with contrasting personalities. Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) faces off against Doctor Strange, a similarly arrogant hero. Stark's confidence in solving problems with technology is repeatedly challenged by Strange's knowledge of mystical magic. Meanwhile, Thor and Star-Lord (Chris Pratt) compete over their masculinity. Marvel's signature humor, delivered through witty one-liners, is evident in these scenes. Despite their initial differences, the characters eventually join forces to defeat a common enemy.

IMDb Rating: 8.4

Tomatometer: 85%

Audience Score: 91%

Global Box Office Revenue: $1.69 Billion

Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) follows the chaos in Peter Parker's (Tom Holland) life after Mysterio reveals his identity as Spider-Man to the world in Spider-Man: Far From Home. To protect his loved ones, Peter seeks the help of the all-powerful Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) to erase everyone's memory of his superhero identity. However, an unexpected mishap results in five of Spider-Man's past enemies from alternate universes entering his world, including: Doc Ock (Alfred Molina), Green Goblin (Willem Dafoe), Electro (Jamie Foxx), Sandman (Thomas Haden Church), and The Lizard (Rhys Ifans).

Spider-Man: No Way Home was a massive success in the United Kingdom, Tom Holland's home country, grossing $116 million. Outside the US and UK, notable box office results came from Mexico ($73.4 million), South Korea ($60.6 million), and France ($59.9 million).

This film not only concludes Tom Holland's Spider-Man trilogy but also sets the stage for a promising future for the character, breaking free from the shadow of Iron Man/Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.). Fans were also thrilled by the return of previous Spider-Man versions, played by Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield, creating an emotional bridge between the past and present.

IMDb Rating: 8.3
Tomatometer: 93%
Audience Score: 98%

Global Box Office Revenue: $1.67 Billion

Jurassic World (2015) is the fourth installment in the iconic science fiction adventure series, “Jurassic Park.” The film picks up the story from previous entries, focusing on the battle between humans and genetically engineered dinosaurs that escape from the laboratory, causing widespread terror.

Featuring an exhilarating storyline and cutting-edge 3D visual effects, Jurassic World achieved massive commercial success. However, it didn't receive particularly favorable reviews from critics. A sequel was planned for release in 2018.

The plot is set 22 years after the events of Jurassic Park III. The once-thriving Jurassic Park has now become a fully operational dinosaur theme park, but visitor numbers have dwindled as interest in the prehistoric creatures fades. To bring back the crowds, the park’s owner, Masrani Corporation, creates a new hybrid dinosaur, which soon leads to disaster. Jurassic World proved to be a massive hit, grossing $1.67 billion worldwide, though it did face some criticism over its script and storyline.

IMDb Rating: 6.9
Tomatometer: 71%
Audience Score: 78%

Global Box Office Revenue: $1.65 Billion

The Lion King (2019) tells the story of Simba, a lion cub born to loving parents and destined to become the next king of the Pride Lands. However, due to the evil scheme of his uncle Scar, Simba loses everything and is forced into exile. As he grows older, Simba forgets his true identity, choosing a carefree life. However, fate soon calls him back to face his past and reclaim his rightful place as king.

The Lion King is a stunning live-action remake, offering the most realistic depiction of its beloved characters. The film dazzles with its state-of-the-art animation, visual effects, and sound design, captivating audiences worldwide. It follows Simba's journey from carefree exile to reluctant hero as he embraces his destiny to rule.

The movie balances emotional depth with lighthearted humor, thanks to the lovable characters and their witty personalities. Despite the movie's slower pace at times, the humor brings relief and keeps the audience engaged through the ongoing drama.

IMDb Rating: 6.8

Tomatometer: 52%

Audience Score: 88%

Global Box Office Revenue: $1.51 Billion

Fast & Furious 7 is the seventh installment in the popular action franchise, released in 2015. Picking up where Furious 6 left off, the story follows Dominic Toretto, Brian O'Conner, and their team as they attempt to return to normal life after receiving a pardon. However, their plans are derailed when they are targeted by Deckard Shaw, an assassin seeking revenge for his brother. Tragedy struck the production in 2013 when Paul Walker, one of the film’s lead actors, tragically passed away in a car accident.

The film was delayed and the script was rewritten to accommodate Walker's absence. Despite this setback, Fast & Furious 7 went on to become a huge commercial success, earning praise for its performances. In Vietnam, the film set a box office record, becoming the highest-grossing movie in the country's history with nearly $7 million in revenue by the end of its run.

The film shattered expectations with its explosive action, heart-pounding speed, and emotional depth, delivering an unforgettable experience about family, loyalty, and courage.

IMDb Rating: 7.1

Tomatometer: 81%

Audience Score: 82%

Global Box Office Revenue: $1.45 Billion

Frozen (also known as "Frozen: Queen of Ice" in Vietnamese) is the only animated film to make it to this list. Presented in the form of an animated musical, the film tells the story of the brave Princess Anna and her friends as they embark on an adventure to find her sister, Elsa, the Ice Queen, whose powers have plunged their kingdom into an eternal winter.

Not only did Frozen achieve massive box office success, but it also received widespread critical acclaim, being hailed as the best animated film ever produced by Walt Disney. It won both an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature. The song "Let It Go" became an international hit, topping numerous music charts and winning an Oscar for Best Original Song.

Upon its release, many critics called Frozen a masterpiece, praising Disney for reinventing its classic fairy tale characters with a modern twist. The princesses were no longer just beautiful; they were talented, strong, confident, and empowered, embodying a new kind of beauty and authority.

IMDb Rating: 7.4

Tomatometer: 90%

Audience Score: 85%

Global Box Office Revenue: $2.84 Billion

Avatar (2009) is a science fiction film directed by the renowned James Cameron, written by Cameron himself, and released in 2009 in 3D format. The film centers on the struggle of the Na'vi people, who live on the beautiful planet Pandora, as they defend their home against human exploitation for the valuable mineral, unobtanium.

Upon its release, the film made waves worldwide with its groundbreaking 3D technology and achieved great commercial success, surpassing the box office record previously held by Titanic for 12 years, and becoming the highest-grossing film of all time. Additionally, Avatar was nominated for 9 Academy Awards and won 3, including Best Art Direction, Best Cinematography, and Best Visual Effects. Currently, a sequel is in development, slated for release in December 2018.

The idea for Avatar had been in Cameron's mind for 15 years, but the technology available at the time was not sufficient to bring his vision to life. After 4 years of production, Avatar was completed and delivered to audiences worldwide an extraordinary cinematic experience, introducing them to a breathtakingly vast new world beyond imagination.

IMDb Rating: 7.8

Tomatometer: 81%

Audience Score: 82%

Global Box Office Revenue: $2.79 Billion

Marking its place on the list, Avengers: Endgame (2019) achieved the fastest $1 billion in box office sales in cinema history, hitting the milestone just 5 days after its release. With a runtime of 181 minutes, the movie captivates audiences with its thrilling and emotional storyline. It stands as one of the most successful film releases of 2019.

There's no doubt that Endgame (2019) is the best Marvel film to date, bringing together an epic storyline, emotional depth, dazzling special effects, and intense action. The film serves as both a farewell to a generation of superheroes and the beginning of a new era for Marvel and the superhero genre as a whole.

The film's pacing is expertly balanced throughout its 181 minutes. If broken into three acts, the first act presents despair, the second brings hope, and the final act marks the conclusion of the Infinity Saga, which has spanned 11 years. Even the slower moments between acts are carefully timed to build up to the intense climax.

IMDb Rating: 8.4

Tomatometer: 94%

Audience Score: 90%

Global Box Office: $2.20 Billion

Titanic (1997) is yet another blockbuster directed by James Cameron on this list. Unlike Avatar, Titanic is a romantic drama. Cameron, inspired by his fascination with sunken ships, based the movie on the famous Titanic disaster, intertwining it with a heart-wrenching love story. The film’s sorrowful ending still resonates with viewers and remains memorable to this day.

The movie had a lavish budget of $200 million, making it the most expensive film of its time. The film’s commercial and critical success more than justified the massive investment. Titanic received 14 Oscar nominations and won 9, including the top honors of Best Picture and Best Director. The iconic theme song “My Heart Will Go On,” sung by Celine Dion, also won numerous prestigious awards.

IMDb Rating: 7.9

Tomatometer Score: 87%

Audience Rating: 69%