Determining the "best" blockbuster movies can be subjective, and it often depends on factors such as box office success, critical acclaim, and cultural impact....
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Top 10 best American blockbuster movies of all time
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"Avatar" (2009) - Directed by James Cameron, this sci-fi epic held the record for the highest-grossing film worldwide for many years.
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"Titanic" (1997) - Also directed by James Cameron, this epic romance-disaster film was a massive critical and commercial success.
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"Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens" (2015) - Directed by J.J. Abrams, this installment revitalized the "Star Wars" franchise and became a major box office hit.
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"Avengers: Endgame" (2019) - The culmination of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Infinity Saga, directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, became the highest-grossing film of all time (before being surpassed by "Avatar").
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"Jurassic Park" (1993) - Directed by Steven Spielberg, this groundbreaking dinosaur adventure film became a cultural phenomenon and a box office success.
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"The Lion King" (1994) - An animated classic from Disney, "The Lion King" has not only been a massive box office success but also a beloved film for generations.
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"The Avengers" (2012) - Directed by Joss Whedon, this superhero ensemble film marked a significant moment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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"The Dark Knight" (2008) - Directed by Christopher Nolan, this Batman film, particularly Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker, received critical acclaim and was a huge box office success.
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"E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" (1982) - Directed by Steven Spielberg, this heartwarming sci-fi film became one of the highest-grossing films of its time.
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"Frozen" (2013) - Another Disney animated blockbuster, "Frozen" not only performed exceptionally well at the box office but also became a cultural phenomenon, especially with its hit song "Let It Go."
Keep in mind that these rankings can change over time as new blockbuster movies are released and achieve success. Additionally, box office rankings may be adjusted for inflation.
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What is the highest blockbuster movie of all time?
With a worldwide box-office gross of over $2.9 billion, Avatar is proclaimed to be the "highest-grossing" film, but such claims usually refer to theatrical revenues only and do not take into account home video and television income, which can form a significant portion of a film's earnings.
What is the top 1 movie of all time?
The highest grossing film at the global box office adjusted for inflation is "Gone With the Wind," making a total gross of $3.44 billion, according to Guinness World Records.
What is the highest-grossing US movie?
All Time Domestic Box Office
Rank | Year | Movie |
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1 | 2015 | Star Wars Ep. VII: The Force Awakens |
2 | 2019 | Avengers: Endgame |
3 | 2021 | Spider-Man: No Way Home |
4 | 2009 | Avatar |