Only 7 movies have ever made $2 billion at the box office — here they all are
James Cameron and the Marvel Cinematic Universe are the two consistent factors when it comes to earning billions at the box office.
Seven movies have ever topped the $2 billion mark at the box office, according to data from Box Office Mojo. James Cameron and Marvel Studios lead the pack in achieving this impressive feat. Here's a rundown of the seven films that have grossed over $2 billion worldwide.
Last up is Spider-Man: Brand New Day, released by Sony/Marvel in 2026, grossing $2,021,831,670. It claimed the top spot as the highest-grossing Spider-Man movie after its opening weekend, which topped the domestic chart with $360 million.
Following that is the 2018 Avengers: Infinity War, produced by Marvel Studios and grossing $2,052,415,039. The film's gripping conclusion left fans thirsting for more, as it set a record for the biggest worldwide opening weekend at $640.9 million. Within 48 days, the film had netted $2 billion globally.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens, released by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures in 2015, ranks third on the list with $2,071,310,218 in worldwide box office sales. The film's record-breaking opening weekend of $247.9 million and quick ascent to $1 billion in just 12 days captured audiences' hearts once more.
The James Cameron-directed Titanic, released in 1997 by Paramount Pictures and 20th Century Fox, leads the way with $2,264,812,968 in worldwide box office revenue. After its initial release, the film enjoyed a 3D re-release in 2012, which helped it cross the $2 billion barrier.
Avatar: The Way of Water, a 2022 release by Disney/20th Century Studios, became the second-fastest movie to cross $2 billion, achieving the milestone in just 39 days. The sequel to James Cameron's groundbreaking Avatar film joined the elite club alongside another giant in the industry.
Avengers: Endgame, directed by Marvel Studios, secured the second position on the list with $2,799,439,100 worldwide. The epic conclusion to the Infinity Saga captured the hearts of fans, as it shattered box-office records and became the highest-grossing film in history.
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