The 20 highest-grossing concert films of all time
While most of the documentaries premiered between 2008 and 2013, the highest grossing documentary was released in 2023.
1. Amazing Grace (2018) - This documentary captures Aretha Franklin's 1972 live gospel album recording at Los Angeles New Temple Missionary Baptist Church, focusing on her performances with the Southern California Community Choir.
2. Bring the Soul: The Movie (2019) - Directed by Park Jun-soo, this film revolves around BTS's 2018 Love Yourself world tour, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the band members' lives and the emotional weight of their newfound fame.
3. Shine a Light (2008) - Martin Scorsese's directorial effort documents the Rolling Stones' 2006 performances at New York City's Beacon Theatre, including archival footage and appearances by Buddy Guy, Christina Aguilera, and Jack White.
4. Justin Bieber's Believe (2013) - Jon M. Chu's documentary provides a backstage and on-stage perspective of Justin Bieber's 2013 Believe tour, chronicling the pop star's journey through fame and the challenges that accompany his growing career.
5. Stray Kids: The dominATE Experience (2025) - This K-pop group's theatrical music film, directed by Paul Dugdale and Farah Khalid, features sold-out performances at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles and combines concert footage with behind-the-scenes content.
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