Which films have attracted the most viewers worldwide and brought in record box office revenue? The ranking of the highest-grossing titles brings together large-scale adventures, science fiction, animation, superhero stories and dramas that have remained in the history of cinema. The arrangement is based on reported worldwide revenue, which also includes repeat premieres of some titles.
1. Avengers: Endgame (Avengers: Endgame, 2019)
Worldwide revenue: about 2.94 billion dollars
Premiere: April 26, 2019.
Genre: action, adventure, science fiction
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo
In the main roles: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Paul Rudd
After the devastating events of the previous film, the remaining Avengers seek to undo the damage caused by Thanos. The emergence of the ability to travel through time allows them to undertake a risky mission that requires them to return to key moments in the history of the Marvel Universe. Each of the heroes must face personal losses and difficult decisions. It all leads to a large-scale battle, the fate of billions of lives on the outcome of which depends.
2. Avatar (Avatar, 2009)
Worldwide revenue: about 2.92 billion dollars
Premiere: December 18, 2009.
Genre: science fiction, adventure, action
Director: James Cameron
In the main roles: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Michelle Rodriguez
The story takes place on Pandora, a distant world of extraordinary nature, inhabited by the Na'vi people. Former Marine Jake Sully arrives there as part of a program that allows him to control an artificially created body resembling the natives. As he learns about their way of life and becomes close to Neytiri, he begins to question the goals of the human expedition. Jake must choose between the mission he was sent on and the protection of a world he already feels a deep affection for.
3. Spider-Man: New Day (Spider-Man: Brand New Day, 2026)
Worldwide revenue: about 2.51 billion dollars
Premiere: July 31, 2026.
Genre: action, adventure
Director: Destin Daniel Cretton
In the main roles: Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Mark Ruffalo
Peter Parker continues his life as Spider-Man, but the world no longer remembers who hides behind the mask. As his former loved ones move on without a memory of him, Peter dedicates himself entirely to fighting crime. The accumulated tension triggers a change that may be beyond his control. Meanwhile, the emergence of a new danger forces him to confront a threat that threatens both the city and the people who are still important to him.
4. Avatar: The Nature of Water (Avatar: The Way of Water, 2022)
Worldwide revenue: about 2.33 billion dollars
Premiere: December 16, 2022.
Genre: science fiction, adventure, action
Director: James Cameron
In the main roles: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Kate Winslet
Years after the events of the first film, Jake Sully and Neytiri live with their family on Pandora. When human forces return with the intention of conquering the planet, the family is forced to seek refuge far from home. There, the heroes meet the sea clan of Metkayina and must learn an unfamiliar way of life connected to the ocean. However, a new danger overtakes them, turning the protection of their loved ones into a test of their courage and unity.
5. No, no (Sunday, 2, 2025)
Worldwide revenue: about 2.27 billion dollars
Premiere: January 29, 2025 in China
Genre: animation, fantasy, adventure
Director: Jiaozi
Main voices: Liu Yanting, Han Mo, Chen Hao, Liu Qi
Following the events of the first film, Nuja and Ao Bin are faced with the consequences of the sacrifice they made to save their loved ones. While their bodies are destroyed, their spirits remain, and rebuilding them becomes a difficult task. Along the way, they face new adversaries, ancient forces, and trials that test their relationship. As the world around them is threatened by new conflicts, the two must find a way to change their fate.
6. Titanic (Titanic, 1997)
Worldwide revenue: about 2.26 billion dollars
Premiere: December 19, 1997.
Genre: romantic drama, historical
Director: James Cameron
In the main roles: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane, Kathy Bates, Bill Paxton
On board the famous ocean liner Titanic, Jack Dawson, a poor young man with an artistic soul, and Rose DeWitt Bukater, a young woman oppressed by the expectations of her family, meet. A strong bond develops between them that questions the rules of society and the future chosen for Rose. As the ship crosses the Atlantic, the passengers are consumed by their dreams and a sense of security. A collision with an iceberg turns the journey into a fight for survival and reveals the true cost of love, courage and sacrifice.
7. Star Wars: The Force Awakens (Star Wars: The Force Awakens, 2015)
Worldwide revenue: about 2.07 billion dollars
Premiere: December 18, 2015.
Genre: science fiction, action, adventure
Director: JJ Abrams
In the main roles: Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Adam Driver, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Oscar Isaac
Decades after the fall of the Empire, a new military force rises in the galaxy - the First Order. Young Rey discovers extraordinary abilities when fate brings her together with Finn, a former stormtrooper who has escaped from the military organization. The two find themselves drawn into a mission related to the search for Luke Skywalker and the hope of the resistance. Meanwhile, Kylo Ren pursues his own goals, and the past of familiar heroes once again becomes the key to the future of the galaxy.
8. Avengers: Infinity War (Avengers: Infinity War, 2018)
Worldwide revenue: about 2.05 billion dollars
Premiere: April 27, 2018.
Genre: action, adventure, science fiction
Directors: Anthony and Joe Russo
In the main roles: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Chris Evans, Josh Brolin, Mark Ruffalo, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch
Thanos begins to collect the Infinity Stones, with whose power he can change the fate of the entire universe. The Avengers and their allies must join forces, although not everyone agrees on how to stop the looming threat. As battles unfold on different planets, the heroes realize how high the price of defeat can be. Their time is running out, and Thanos' plan calls into question the very existence of half of all living things.
9. Spider-Man: No Way Home (Spider-Man: No Way Home, 2021)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.92 billion dollars
Premiere: December 17, 2021.
Genre: action, adventure, fantasy
Director: John Watts
In the main roles: Tom Holland, Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jacob Batalon, Willem Dafoe
After Spider-Man's identity is revealed to the public, Peter Parker and his loved ones' lives are turned upside down. In an attempt to return things to normal, he turns to Doctor Strange for help. However, the spell goes awry and opens the way for people from other realities to appear. Peter must deal with the consequences of his own decisions and understand what it means to take responsibility for his powers.
10. Zootopia 2 (Zootopia 2, 2025)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.87 billion dollars
Premiere: November 26, 2025.
Genre: animation, adventure, comedy, crime
Director: Jared Bush
Main voices: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Ke Huey Kwan, Fortune Feimster, Shakira
Police officer Judy Hopps and fox Nick Wilde are back together on a case that shakes the peace of Zootopia. The appearance of a mysterious reptile leads them to clues that reveal unknown sides of the huge city. To solve the case, the two must go undercover and deal with new environments and suspicious characters. The investigation tests their partnership and makes them look at the community they live in differently.
11. Odyssey (The Odyssey, 2026)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.78 billion dollars
Premiere: July 17, 2026.
Genre: mythological epic, action, adventure
Director: Christopher Nolan
In the main roles: Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Zendaya, Charlize Theron
The film reimagines the ancient Greek epic of Odysseus and his long journey home after the Trojan War. The traveler must navigate dangerous seas, face mythical creatures, and overcome trials that test his cunning and will. As Odysseus fights to return to Ithaca, his wife Penelope tries to preserve her home and her place in the kingdom. The journey becomes a story of loyalty, loss, endurance, and the price of return.
12. Inside Out 2 (Inside Out 2, 2024)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.70 billion dollars
Premiere: June 14, 2024.
Genre: animation, comedy, adventure
Director: Kelsey Mann
Main voices: Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, Kensington Tallman, Phyllis Smith, Louis Black, Tony Hale
Riley is now a teenager, and the changes in her life bring unexpected upheavals to her inner world. Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust must adjust to the emergence of new emotions, including Anxiety. She tries to take control, convinced that she can prepare Riley for all the challenges of growing up. Thus, the emotions face the difficult task of finding a balance between the desire for acceptance and the girl's need to remain true to herself.
13. Jurassic World (Jurassic World, 2015)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.67 billion dollars
Premiere: June 12, 2015.
Genre: science fiction, adventure, action
Director: Colin Trevorrow
In the main roles: Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Ty Simpkins, Nick Robinson, Vincent D'Onofrio
Decades after the disaster at the original park, Isla Nublar is now home to a massive complex where visitors can see dinosaurs up close. To attract more visitors, scientists create a genetically modified predator with extraordinary abilities. When the animal escapes its enclosure, the park quickly becomes a dangerous place for visitors and employees. Former military man Owen Grady and manager Claire During must find a way to contain the threat and save the island's people.
14. The Lion King (The Lion King, 2019)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.66 billion dollars
Premiere: July 19, 2019.
Genre: adventure, drama, animation with photorealistic computer graphics
Director: Jon Favreau
Main voices: Donald Glover, Beyoncé, James Earl Jones, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner
Simba is the young heir to King Mufasa and grows up with the idea that one day he will rule the pride lands. His jealous uncle Scar hatches a plan to seize power and events force the lion cub to leave his home. Far from his birthplace, Simba meets new friends and begins to live a carefree life, trying to forget the past. When he realizes that his homeland is suffering under Scar's rule, he must return and accept the responsibility he has long run away from.
15. The Avengers (The Avengers, 2012)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.52 billion dollars
Premiere: May 4, 2012.
Genre: action, adventure, science fiction
Director: Joss Whedon
In the main roles: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Tom Hiddleston
Loki arrives on Earth with the intention of subjugating humanity using a powerful alien artifact. To stop the invasion, Nick Fury assembles an unlikely group of heroes - Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye. Their differences in personality and distrust of each other make their common mission difficult. When the threat becomes imminent, they must learn to act as a team and protect New York from destruction.
16. Fast and Furious 7 (Furious 7, 2015)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.52 billion dollars
Premiere: April 3, 2015.
Genre: action, crime, thriller
Director: James Wan
In the main roles: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Dwayne Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Jason Statham
After the events of the previous installment, Dominic Toretto and his team try to return to a more peaceful life. Their plans are disrupted by Deckard Shaw, who seeks revenge for what happened to his brother. The team is tasked with discovering a high-tech surveillance system capable of tracking every person in the world. The mission takes them through different countries and confronts them with chases, dangerous stunts and an opponent who has no intention of giving up.
17. Top Gun: Maverick (Top Gun: Maverick, 2022)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.50 billion dollars
Premiere: May 27, 2022.
Genre: action, drama
Director: Joseph Kosinski
In the main roles: Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Ed Harris
After decades of service as one of the most experienced pilots, Pete "Maverick" Mitchell returns to the elite flying school "Top Gun". This time, his task is to prepare a group of young pilots for an extremely dangerous mission that requires precision and complete trust between the participants. Among them is Bradley Bradshaw, the son of his late friend Gus, and their relationship is marked by painful memories. Maverick must prove that experience and courage can overcome limitations without putting the people he leads at risk.
18. Avatar: Fire and Ashes (Avatar: Fire and Ash, 2025)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.49 billion dollars
Premiere: December 19, 2025.
Genre: science fiction, adventure, action
Director: James Cameron
In the main roles: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Oona Chaplin
After the tragic events of the previous film, Jake Sully's family continues to deal with the loss and dangers of Pandora. An encounter with a new clan of Na'vi, connected to fire and volcanic lands, reveals the differences between the local communities. Tensions rise as old enemies continue to pursue their own goals. Jake and Neytiri must protect their loved ones in a world where conflicts are not only between humans and Na'vi, but also among the planet's inhabitants themselves.
19. Frozen 2 (Frozen II, 2019)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.45 billion dollars
Premiere: November 22, 2019.
Genre: animation, fantasy, adventure, musical
Directors: Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee
Main voices: Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Josh Gad, Jonathan Groff, Evan Rachel Wood
Elsa begins to hear a mysterious voice that prompts her to seek answers about the origin of her powers. Together with Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven, she leaves Arendelle and heads to an enchanted forest connected to the kingdom's past. There, the heroes discover secrets about the relationship between their ancestors and the local people, as well as why the elements of nature are out of balance. To save her home, Elsa must learn the truth about herself and make a decision that will change everyone's lives.
20. Barbie (Barbie, 2023)
Worldwide revenue: about 1.45 billion dollars
Premiere: July 21, 2023.
Genre: comedy, fantasy, adventure
Director: Greta Gerwig
In the main roles: Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, Will Ferrell
Barbie lives in her ideal pink world, where every day is filled with joy and everything seems perfect. When she begins to experience unusual thoughts and changes, she decides to visit the real world to find out what is happening to her. Ken accompanies her, but the two discover a society whose rules are different from those they are used to. Their journey forces them to rethink their ideas about identity, independence and their place in the world.
Source: Box Office Mojo
