Top 10 Highest-Grossing Movies Ever Since 2026

Hundreds of thousands of movies are released worldwide every year, and they are made in different types and categories. In today's episode, we will look at the top 10 highest-grossing movies ever since December 2024, with equal audience demand worldwide.

10. THE LION KING (2019):

The Lion King (2019) is a photorealistic computer-animated remake of Disney's classic 1994 animated film of the same name. Directed by JON FAVREAU, this version of The Lion King was produced using cutting-edge technology to create highly realistic animal characters and African landscapes. The film stars the voices of Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, and Chiwetel Ejiofor. The story follows Simba, a young lion who is destined to become the king of the Pride Lands. IMDb rating of this film is 6.8 and grossing revenue is 1.65 BILLION US dollars.

9. JURASSIC WORLD (2015):

Jurassic World (2015) is the fourth installment in the Jurassic Park franchise, serving as both a sequel to the original trilogy and a soft reboot. Directed by COLIN TREVORROW, it takes place years after the events of the original films and introduces a fully operational dinosaur theme park. The story is set on Isla Nublar, where Jurassic World. It is a fully functional dinosaur theme park, that attracts millions of visitors. The film stars Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, and Ty Simpkins. IMDb rating of this film is 6.9 and grossing revenue is 1.67 billion US dollars.

8. INSIDE OUT 2 (2024):

Inside Out 2 is a 2024 American animated coming-of-age film produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures. It continues the story of Riley, now 15 years old, as she navigates the emotional complexities of adolescence. Riley attends a three-day summer hockey camp, aiming to join her new school's team. Internally, her emotions face disruption when a "puberty alarm" triggers changes in Headquarters. IMDb rating of this film is 7.6 and grossing revenue is 1.69 billion US dollars.

7. SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME (2021):

Spider-Man: No Way Home is a 2021 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Spider-Man, co-produced by Columbia Pictures and Marvel Studios. The film was directed by JON WATTS and written by Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers. It stars Tom Holland, Zendaya, and Benedict Cumberbatch. The film picks up where Spider-Man: Far From Home left off, with Mysterio revealing Peter Parker’s identity to the world. IMDb rating of this film is 8.2 and grossing revenue is 1.95 billion US dollars.

6. AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR (2018):

Avengers: Infinity War is a 2018 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team the Avengers. Produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. The movie follows the Avengers and their allies as they attempt to stop Thanos from collecting all six Infinity Stones—artifacts of immense power. Thanos seeks to use the stones to wipe out half of all life in the universe, believing this will restore balance. IMDb rating of this film is 8.4 and grossing revenue is 2.05 billion US dollars.

5. STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS (2015):

Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) is the seventh installment in the Star Wars saga and the first film of the sequel trilogy. Directed by J.J. ABRAMS, the movie serves as a continuation of the original trilogy, set approximately 30 years after the events of Return of the Jedi. It combines nostalgia with a new generation of characters and a fresh story arc while paying homage to the original trilogy. The film stars Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, and Carrie Fisher. IMDb rating of this film is 7.8 and grossing revenue is 2.07 billion US dollars.

4. TITANIC (1997):

Titanic is a 1997 American epic romantic disaster film directed, written, co-produced, and co-edited by JAMES CAMERON. Incorporating both historical and fictionalized aspects, it is based on accounts of the sinking of the Titanic in 1912. Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet star as members of different social classes who fall in love during the ship's maiden voyage. The film became a cultural phenomenon and remains one of the most iconic films in cinematic history. IMDb rating of this film is 7.9 and grossing revenue is 2.26 billion US dollars.

3. AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER (2022):

Avatar: The Way of Water is a 2022 epic science fiction film co-produced, co-edited, and directed by JAMES CAMERON. Distributed by 20th Century Studios, it is the sequel to Avatar (2009) and the second installment in the Avatar film series. It continues the story of Jake Sully and Neytiri on the lush alien moon of Pandora, expanding on its vibrant ecosystem, familial bonds, and ongoing conflict with humanity. IMDb rating of this film is 7.5 and grossing revenue is 2.32 billion US dollars.

2. AVENGERS: ENDGAME (2019):

Avengers: Endgame is a 2019 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team the Avengers. It is produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. This film is the direct sequel to Avengers: Infinity War (2018). In the film, the surviving members of the Avengers and their allies attempt to reverse Thanos's actions in Infinity War which erased half of all life in the universe. IMDb rating of this film is 8.4 and grossing revenue is 2.79 billion US dollars.

1. AVATAR (2009):

Avatar (2009) is a groundbreaking science fiction epic directed, written, and co-produced by JAMES CAMERON. Known for its revolutionary visual effects and 3D technology, the film transports audiences to Pandora, a lush alien moon inhabited by the Na'vi, a humanoid species, and rich in natural wonders. Avatar became a cultural phenomenon and one of the most successful films of all time. The cast includes Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, and Stephen Lang. The IMDb rating of this film is 7.9 and grossing revenue is 2.92 billion US dollars.