Have you seen all the 20 highest-grossing movies in the history of global movies？
NO4：Ten commandments
Global box office: $2.6 billion(Considering inflation)
Total box office in North America: $1.1 billion (considering inflation)
Release time: October 5, 1956
The Ten Commandments is a biblical film released in 1956, directed by Demir and played by Charlton Heston as Moses. The film shows Moses’ transformation from the prince of Egypt to the leader of Israel, and the ten commandments he promulgated. The film was a box office success and a classic in film history.
NO5：Exorcist
Global box office: $2.46 billion(Considering inflation adjustment)
Total box office in North America: $996 million (adjusted for inflation)
Release time: December 26, 1973
The Exorcist, directed by william friedkin, is adapted from a horror novel. It tells the story that young Reagan is haunted by demons, and his mother turns to two priests to save his soul. The film has become a classic with its horror atmosphere and strong visual shock, and it is a milestone of horror movies with great influence.
NO6：The Sound of Music
Global box office: $2.38 billion(Considering inflation adjustment)
Total box office in North America: $1.37 billion (adjusted for inflation)
Release time: March 2, 1965
The Sound of Music, a classic film in 1965, starring Julie Andrews and christopher plummer. The film tells the story of an Austrian woman who becomes a tutor of Von trapp, and it has achieved great success at the box office.
NO7：Titanic
Global box office: $2.188 billion
Total box office in North America: $659.4 million
Release time: December 19, 1997
Titanic is the most expensive movie ever, but its return is many times that of its own investment. And won $2.188 billion at the box office and 11 Oscars.
NO8：Avengers 3: Infinite War
Global box office: $2.048 billion
Total box office in North America: $678.8 million
Release time: April 27, 2018
Avengers 3: Infinite War brings together the essence of Marvel’s ten-year universe, showing exciting battles and moving plots, creating a huge suspense. The film was directed by Russo brothers, who skillfully combined the long-established story lines. This successful film not only has a good box office, but also has become a clever marketing strategy. Fans have to wait for a year to witness the ultimate fate of the heroes. "The Final Battle" was released in a year of hype.
NO9:《E.T Alien
Global box office: $1.8 billion (Considering inflation adjustment)
Total box office in North America: $1.34 billion (adjusted for inflation)
Release time: June 11, 1982
Spielberg’s "E.T. Alien", released in 1982, is a science fiction film about Eliot’s friendship with the alien E.T.. Rich emotion and excellent special effects make it a classic, occupying the top spot at the box office for a long time, and it is a very popular commercial masterpiece in the history of movies.
NO10: "Jurassic World"
Global box office: $1.672 billion
Total box office in North America: $652.3 million
Release time: June 12, 2015
The new chapter of Jurassic Park series was initially questioned by fans. Spielberg won applause in the 1990s for the horror brought by giant dinosaurs. In the new film, Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard starred, pushing this series to the peak of business, becoming the third film with a box office of over 600 million dollars after Titanic, which won both reviews and commercial success.
NO11: The Lion King (2019 Edition)
Global box office: $1.6 billion
Total box office in North America: $543 million
Release time: July 19, 2019
Joe Favraud’s The Lion King combines retro and innovation. This film uses cutting-edge animation technology to bring realistic glory to the audience. The star cast, including Beyonce and donald glover, attracted many fans.
The film reproduces the growth story of Simba, while injecting new elements and retaining the classic charm. Classic songs such as "The Cycle of Life" are combined with new tracks to create a beautiful musical experience. The film won high praise from critics and audiences for its visual effect and emotional expression.
NO12: Godfather
Global box office: $1.46 billion(Considering inflation adjustment)
Total box office in North America: $802 million (adjusted for inflation)
Release time: March 14, 1972
Coppola’s Godfather is adapted from Puzo’s novel, focusing on the Corleone family of new york Mafia. Won three Oscars and became a cultural landmark with far-reaching influence.
NO13：Doctor zhivago.
Global box office: $1.33 billion(Considering inflation adjustment)
Total box office in North America: $1.26 billion (adjusted for inflation)
Release time: December 22, 1965
Doctor zhivago is a love film directed by david lean in the background of Russian revolution. The protagonist is played by omar sharif, and the story is based on Pasternak’s novel. The film shows the tortuous love between Yuri zhivago and Lala (Julie Christie).
This work won the audience’s love and critical praise with its excellent photography and unforgettable music. Doctor zhivago, known as a classic, is famous for its grand scene, deep affection and moving acting skills.
NO14: Iron Man 3
Global box office: $1.215 billion
Total box office in North America: $409 million
Release time: May 3, 2013
Robert Downey Jr. has regained success in Hollywood because of the Iron Man series, especially Iron Man 3 after The Avengers, even though some comic book fans don’t think highly of director shane black’s work. North American box office broke 400 million, and the global total box office reached 1.215 billion US dollars.
NO15: The Clown
Global box office: $1 billion
Total box office in North America: $335 million
Release date: October 4, 2019
Joaquin phoenix, an actor who captivated the directors. With its dedication and dedication to the role, the performance in The Clown in 2019 was a great success, and the global box office broke 1 billion.
Unlike Jared Leto’s role in Suicide Squad, Phoenix’s performance won the "masterpiece" evaluation and was regarded as the exploration of the dark side of the film, which won many five-star praises.
NO16: Wonder Woman
Global box office: $821,847 million
Total box office in North America: $415.5 million
Release time: June 2, 2017
Diana Prince appeared on the screen decades before DCEU appeared. Wonder woman, played by Gal Gadot, shocked the audience with strength and morality, and DC tried to enter the superhero action drama market and get a slice of Marvel Comics. 2017 marks the beginning of this attempt.
The film became the sixth highest box office that year and was rated as "exciting" and "sincere". Chris pine’s performances as Steve Trevor and Gado were praised, and their cooperation helped the film’s global revenue reach 821 million US dollars.
NO17: "Guardians of the Galaxy"
Global box office: $773.328 million
Total box office in North America: $371 million
Release time:August 1, 2014
Guardians of the Galaxy stands out in MCU with its unique style, starring Chris Parrot and other stars. The team is now a member of The Avengers, but this was not the case at the premiere. This movie became the third highest-grossing movie in Marvel Universe, second only to Iron Man 3 and The Avengers.
NO18:Venom
Global box office: $856.1 million
Total box office in North America: $213.5 million
Release time: October 5, 2018
In 2018, "Venom" appeared on the screen, with Tom Hardy as the protagonist Eddie Brock and the transformed Venom. This film shows Hardy’s superb acting skills in the field of action, and he enters the Marvel Comics world for the first time after the DC role Bain. Although the film was generally evaluated by the film critics, its global box office reached $850 million and it was a commercial success.
NO19:Fatal attraction
Global box office: $833 million(Considering inflation adjustment)
Total box office in North America: $405 million (adjusted for inflation)
Release time: September 18, 1987
Fatal Attraction, a psychological thriller directed by adrian lyne, stars michael douglas and glenn close. The film depicts a dangerous infatuated love affair and its tense consequences, and becomes a phenomenal work of commercial success, often serving as a warning story about the dangers of infidelity and obsession.
NO20: Inception
Global box office: $837 million
Total box office in North America: $292,587 million
Release time: July 16, 2010
Inception was released in the summer of 2010 and quickly became a hit film. Nolan’s action film cost 160 million dollars, and the global box office reached nearly 900 million dollars. DiCaprio plays a thief who can enter a dream and steal information. This innovative setting has attracted many audiences.