The Highest-Grossing Movies of All Time (Updated 2025)

Introduction

Movies have always been a global phenomenon, bringing people together in cinemas across the world. But only a few films manage to break into the billion-dollar club—and fewer still reach the top. As of June 2025, here is the definitive list of the highest-grossing films of all time, based on global box office revenue (unadjusted for inflation).

🌍 Top 10 Highest-Grossing Movies of All Time (2025)

Rank	Movie Title	Release Year	Worldwide Gross
🥇 1	Avatar	2009	$2.923 billion
🥈 2	Avengers: Endgame	2019	$2.799 billion
🥉 3	Titanic	1997	$2.264 billion
4	Star Wars: The Force Awakens	2015	$2.068 billion
5	Avengers: Infinity War	2018	$2.048 billion
6	Spider-Man: No Way Home	2021	$1.921 billion
7	Jurassic World	2015	$1.671 billion
8	The Lion King (Live-Action)	2019	$1.662 billion
9	Furious 7	2015	$1.515 billion
10	Frozen II	2019	$1.453 billion

🔍 Analysis

• James Cameron dominates the chart with both Avatar and Titanic.

• Marvel Studios has four entries in the top ten, showcasing the power of the superhero genre.

• Disney, through acquisitions and original content, is the most represented studio.

• Avatar regained its #1 spot after a successful re-release in China, surpassing Endgame once more.

• The presence of Frozen II and The Lion King emphasizes the global appeal of animated and family-oriented films.

  

🎥 Bonus: Notable Mentions

• Top Gun: Maverick (2022) — $1.496 billion

• Barbie (2023) — $1.441 billion

• The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023) — $1.360 billion

These titles didn't make the top 10, but proved the lasting impact of nostalgia, family content, and bold franchise moves.

📌 Conclusion

The global box office continues to be dominated by a mix of sci-fi epics, superhero blockbusters, and nostalgic reimaginings. With evolving markets like China and India, and the rise of premium formats like IMAX and 3D, future box office charts may look even more diverse. But for now, these ten films stand as the titans of cinematic history.