The Highest Grossing Movies Of All Time
Though the most popular movies of all time continue to profit even years after their release, the biggest of them are known to have grossed upwards of $2 billion. The film industry is a business, and Hollywood's ultimate goal is to make money with its releases. While not every movie is guaranteed to achieve massive box office success, the aim of every studio is to turn a profit while delivering quality entertainment.
The formula for big-budget blockbusters has changed a lot over the years. Once upon a time, the idea of the film industry was to simply tell stories. However, as the times — and the way society consumes entertainment — have changed, so has the industry, with a shift towards large-scale franchises and multi-series cinematic universes. For example, the continued success of Star Wars and the MCU is evidence that audiences want decades-spanning narratives that take place in deep and intricately woven worlds, and the most profitable releases of the past few decades seem to confirm the idea.
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Looking at the 20 highest-grossing movies of all time (according to Box Office Mojo), this idea becomes all the more evident, as only a handful of the titles do not exist as part of a larger franchise. Though Hollywood's approach toward profitable blockbusters has changed, the general formula remains the same. Each and every one of the highest-grossing movies of all time makes use of an engaging story, excellent production value, and something key to hook a sizeable audience or ensure multiple viewings.
The eighth Fast & Furious movie, The Fate of the Furious, was able to gross over $1.2 billion worldwide. Made on a budget of approximately $250
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