Top 10 Highest Grossing Movies of All Time: From James Cameron’s Avatar to Disney Inside Out 2
The world of cinema has witnessed an array of films that have captivated audiences worldwide, breaking box office records and redefining the boundaries of storytelling. Among these, the highest-grossing movies stand out as monumental achievements in filmmaking, often combining innovative storytelling, groundbreaking visual effects, and memorable characters. Films like Avatar and Avengers: Endgame have dominated the charts, with Avatar currently holding the top spot with a staggering gross of over $2.9 billion. These movies not only showcase the power of cinema to unite global audiences but also highlight the evolving nature of filmmaking, as technology and creative vision continue to push the limits of what is possible on the big screen.
The journey to becoming the highest-grossing film is often marked by a combination of critical acclaim, cultural impact, and strategic marketing. Directors like James Cameron and franchises like Marvel have consistently pushed the envelope, creating films that resonate with diverse audiences and inspire new generations of filmmakers. The success of these movies is not just about the numbers; it reflects a broader cultural phenomenon, where films become part of our shared experience and collective memory. As the film industry continues to evolve, it will be fascinating to see which new titles rise to the challenge, potentially displacing current records and cementing their place in cinematic history. Whether through epic blockbusters or innovative storytelling, the highest-grossing films of all time remind us of the enduring power of cinema to captivate, inspire, and unite us.
List of Highest Grossing Movies of All Time (Worldwide Box Office Collection)
Here is the list of the highest-grossing films in history.
| Rank | Peak | Title | Year | Worldwide Gross |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Avatar | 2009 | $2,923,706,026 |
| 2 | 1 | Avengers: Endgame | 2019 | $2,797,501,328 |
| 3 | 3 | Avatar: The Way of Water | 2022 | $2,320,250,281 |
| 4 | 1 | Titanic | 1997 | $2,257,844,554 |
| 5 | 3 | Star Wars: The Force Awakens | 2015 | $2,068,223,624 |
| 6 | 6 | Ne Zha 2 ↑ | 2025 | $2,056,003,774 |
| 7 | 4 | Avengers: Infinity War | 2018 | $2,048,359,754 |
| 8 | 6 | Spider-Man: No Way Home | 2021 | $1,922,598,800 |
| 9 | 8 | Inside Out 2 | 2024 | $1,698,863,816 |
| 10 | 3 | Jurassic World | 2015 | $1,671,537,444 |
| 11 | 7 | The Lion King | 2019 | $1,656,943,394 |
| 12 | 3 | The Avengers | 2012 | $1,518,815,515 |
| 13 | 4 | Furious 7 | 2015 | $1,515,341,399 |
| 14 | 11 | Top Gun: Maverick | 2022 | $1,495,696,292 |
| 15 | 10 | Frozen 2 | 2019 | $1,450,026,933 |
| 16 | 14 | Barbie | 2023 | $1,447,038,421 |
| 17 | 5 | Avengers: Age of Ultron | 2015 | $1,402,809,540 |
| 18 | 15 | The Super Mario Bros. Movie | 2023 | $1,362,566,989 |
| 19 | 9 | Black Panther | 2018 | $1,347,280,838 |
| 20 | 3 | Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 | 2011 | $1,342,139,727 |
| 21 | 20 | Deadpool & Wolverine | 2024 | $1,338,073,645 |
| 22 | 9 | Star Wars: The Last Jedi | 2017 | $1,332,539,889 |
| 23 | 12 | Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom | 2018 | $1,308,473,425 |
| 24 | 5 | Frozen | 2013 | $1,290,000,000 |
| 25 | 10 | Beauty and the Beast | 2017 | $1,263,521,126 |
| 26 | 15 | Incredibles 2 | 2018 | $1,242,805,359 |
| 27 | 11 | The Fate of the Furious | 2017 | $1,238,764,765 |
| 28 | 5 | Iron Man 3 | 2013 | $1,214,811,252 |
| 29 | 10 | Minions | 2015 | $1,159,444,662 |
| 30 | 12 | Captain America: Civil War | 2016 | $1,153,337,496 |
| 31 | 20 | Aquaman | 2018 | $1,148,528,393 |
| 32 | 2 | The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King | 2003 | $1,147,997,407 |
| 33 | 24 | Spider-Man: Far From Home | 2019 | $1,132,679,685 |
| 34 | 23 | Captain Marvel | 2019 | $1,128,274,794 |
| 35 | 5 | Transformers: Dark of the Moon | 2011 | $1,123,794,079 |
| 36 | 7 | Skyfall | 2012 | $1,108,594,137 |
| 37 | 10 | Transformers: Age of Extinction | 2014 | $1,104,054,072 |
| 38 | 7 | The Dark Knight Rises | 2012 | $1,081,169,825 |
| 39 | 31 | Joker | 2019 | $1,074,458,282 |
| 40 | 32 | Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker | 2019 | $1,074,144,248 |
| 41 | 30 | Toy Story 4 | 2019 | $1,073,394,593 |
| 42 | 4 | Toy Story 3 | 2010 | $1,066,970,811 |
| 43 | 3 | Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest | 2006 | $1,066,179,747 |
| 44 | 20 | Rogue One: A Star Wars Story | 2016 | $1,057,420,387 |
| 45 | 45 | Moana 2 ↑ | 2024 | $1,056,495,787 |
| 46 | 34 | Aladdin | 2019 | $1,050,693,953 |
| 47 | 2 | Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace | 1999 | $1,046,515,409 |
| 48 | 6 | Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides | 2011 | $1,045,713,802 |
| 49 | 1 | Jurassic Park | 1993 | $1,037,535,230 |
| 50 | 24 | Despicable Me 3 | 2017 | $1,034,800,131 |
- Avatar (2009)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Release Date: December 18, 2009
Directed by: James Cameron
Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Michelle Rodriguez
Budget: $237 million
Worldwide Gross: $2,923,706,026
- Avengers: Endgame (2019)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama
Release Date: April 26, 2019
Directed by: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Don Cheadle, Paul Rudd, Brie Larson, Karen Gillan, Danai Gurira, Benedict Wong, Jon Favreau, Bradley Cooper, Gwyneth Paltrow, Josh Brolin
Budget: $356–400 million
Worldwide Gross: $2,797,501,328
- Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Release Date: December 16, 2022
Directed by: James Cameron
Starring: Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang
Budget: $350–460 million
Worldwide Gross: $2,320,250,281
- Titanic (1997)
Genre: Drama, Romance
Release Date: December 19, 1997
Directed by: James Cameron
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane, Kathy Bates
Budget: $200 million
Worldwide Gross: $2,257,844,554
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Release Date: December 18, 2015
Directed by: J.J. Abrams
Starring: Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Domhnall Gleeson
Budget: $447 million
Worldwide Gross: $2,068,223,624
- Ne Zha 2 (2025)
Genre: Animated, Fantasy, Adventure
Release Date: 29 January 2025
Directed by: Jiaozi
Starring: Lü Yanting, Joseph Cao, Han Mo, Lü Qi, Zhang Jiaming, Wang Deshun
Budget: ¥600 million (US$80 million)
Worldwide Collection: $2,056,312,160
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Release Date: April 27, 2018
Directed by: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Don Cheadle, Tom Holland, Chadwick Boseman, Paul Bettany, Elizabeth Olsen, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Danai Gurira, Letitia Wright, Dave Bautista, Zoe Saldaña,Josh Brolin, Chris Pratt
Budget: $325–400 million
Worldwide Gross: $2,048,359,754
- Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Release Date: December 17, 2021
Directed by: Jon Watts
Starring: Tom Holland, Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jacob Batalon, Jon Favreau, Jamie Foxx, Willem Dafoe, Alfred Molina, Benedict Wong, Tony Revolori, Marisa Tomei, Andrew Garfield, Tobey Maguire
Budget: $200 million
Worldwide Gross: $1,922,598,800
- Inside Out 2 (2024)
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Release Date: June 14, 2024
Directed by: Kelsey Mann
Starring: Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Lewis Black, Tony Hale, Liza Lapira, Maya Hawke
Budget: $200 million
Worldwide Gross: $1,698,863,816
- Jurassic World (2015)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Release Date: June 12, 2015
Directed by: Colin Trevorrow
Starring: Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Ty Simpkins, Judy Greer
Budget: $150–215 million
Worldwide Gross: $1,671,537,444
- The Lion King (2019)
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Drama
Release Date: July 19, 2019
Directed by: Jon Favreau
Starring: Donald Glover, Beyoncé, Seth Rogen, Chiwetel Ejiofor
Budget: $250–260 million
Worldwide Gross: $1,656,943,394
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