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  1. 60. Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007)
  2. 59. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014)
  3. 58. Mowgli: The Wolf Boy (2016)
  4. 57. The Lion King (1994)
  5. 56. Despicable Me 2 (2013)
  6. 55. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010)
  7. 54. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)
  8. 53. Jurassic World: Dominion (2022)
  9. 52. Batman: The Dark Knight (2008)
  10. 51. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)
  11. 50. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001)
  12. 49. Alice in Wonderland (2010)
  13. 48. Zootopia (2016)
  14. 47. Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace (1999)
  15. 46. ​​Finding Dory (2016)
  16. 45. Despicable Me 3 (2017)
  17. 44. Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011)
  18. 43. Barbie (2023)
  19. 42. Aladdin (2019)
  20. 41. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)
  21. 40. Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006)
  22. 39.Toy Story 3 (2010)
  23. 38.Toy Story 4 (2019)
  24. 37. Joker (2019)
  25. 36. Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker (2019)
  26. 35. Batman: The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
  27. 34. Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014)
  28. 33. Jurassic Park — Jurassic Park (1993)
  29. 32. Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011)
  30. 31. Captain Marvel (2019)
  31. 30. Spider-Man: Far From Home (2013)
  32. 29 — Operation Skyfall (007)
  33. 28. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)
  34. 27. Aquaman (2018)
  35. 26. Captain America: Civil War (2016)
  36. 25. Minions (2015)
  37. 24. Iron Man 3 (2013)
  38. 23. Fast & Furious 8 (2017)
  39. 22. The Incredibles 2 (2018)
  40. 21. Beauty and the Beast (2017)
  41. 20. Frozen: A Freezing Adventure (2013)
  42. 19. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018)
  43. 18. Star Wars: Episode VIII — The Last Jedi (2017)
  44. 17. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011)
  45. 16. Black Panther (2018)
  46. 15. Super Mario Bros. — The Movie (2023)
  47. 14. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)
  48. 13. Frozen 2 (2019)
  49. 12.Top Gun: Maverick (2022)
  50. 11. Fast & Furious 7 (2015)
  51. 10. The Avengers (2012)
  52. 9. The Lion King (2019)
  53. 8. Jurassic World: Jurassic World (2015)
  54. 7. Spider-Man: Never Go Home (2021)
  55. 6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
  56. 5. Star Wars: Episode VII — The Force Awakens (2015)
  57. 4.Titanic (1997)
  58. 3. Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)
  59. 2. Avengers: Endgame (2019)
  60. 1.Avatar (2009)
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Cinema has captivated crowds all over the world for more than a century, but some films managed to reach astronomical numbers at the box office, becoming real profit record holders. If you're a fan of world cinema, this list of the 60 highest grossing movies is for you!

60. Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (2007)

"Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects in 2008
“Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End” was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects in 2008 (Image: IMDB)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $960.996.492
  • Opening weekend: $114.732.820
  • Production budget: $300 million
  • Directed by: Gore Verbinski
  • Producer: Jerry Bruckheimer
  • Screenplay: Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio
  • Cast: Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, Keira Knightley, Stellan Skarsgård, Bill Nighy, Chow Yun-Fat, Geoffrey Rush, Jack Davenport, Kevin McNally, Naomie Harris, Tom Hollander, Jonathan Pryce

Pirates of the Caribbean: At the End of the World it is the third film in the series Pirates of the Caribbean da Disney. The plot involves Captain Jack Sparrow trying to escape the underworld of the dead and helping his friends to face the villainous Lord Cutler Beckett.

59. The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (2014)

In the book "The Hobbit", by J. RR Tolkien, the character legolas is not part of the original story. However, he was added to the film to create a connection between "The Hobbit" trilogy and "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy.
In the book “The Hobbit”, by JRR Tolkien, the character Legolas is not part of the original story. However, he was added to the film to create a connection between “The Hobbit” trilogy and “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy (Image: Mister Glass)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $962.201.338
  • Opening weekend: $90.600.000
  • Production budget: $275 million
  • Directed by: Peter Jackson
  • Produced by: Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner, Fran Walsh, Peter Jackson
  • Screenplay: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson, Guillermo del Toro
  • Cast: Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, Evangeline Lilly, Luke Evans, Lee Pace, Benedict Cumberbatch, Ken Stott, Aidan Turner, Dean O'Gorman, Billy Connolly, Graham McTavish, James Nesbitt, Stephen Fry, Ryan Gage, Cate Blanchett, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee, Hugo Weaving, Orlando Bloom, Mikael Persbrandt, Sylvester McCoy, Peter Hambleton, John Callen, Mark Hadlow, Jed Brophy, William Kircher, Stephen Hunter, Adam Brown, John Bell, Manu Bennett, John Tui.

The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies It is the third and final film in the trilogy. The Hobbit, based on the work of JRR Tolkien. The story follows Bilbo Baggins as he teams up with the dwarves led by Thorin Oakenshield to retake the kingdom of Erebor and face the dragon Smaug.

The plot features an epic battle involving elves, dwarves, humans and orcs in Middle-earth. Furthermore, The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies concludes Bilbo Baggins' journey and connects to the trilogy Lord of the Rings.

58. Mowgli: The Wolf Boy (2016)

The success of "Mowgli: The Wolf Boy" led to the production of a sequel titled "Mowgli: Between Two Worlds" in 2018
The success of “Mowgli: Boy Wolf” led to the production of a sequel titled “Mowgli: Between Two Worlds” in 2018 (Image: The New York Times)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $967.724.775
  • Opening weekend: $103.261.464
  • Production budget: $175 million
  • Directed by: Jon Favreau
  • Produced by: Brigham Taylor, Jon Favreau
  • Screenplay: Justin Marks
  • Cast: Neel Sethi, Scarlett Johansson, Ben Kingsley, Idris Elba, Lupita Nyong'o, Giancarlo Esposito, Christopher Walken, Jennifer Seguin

Mowgli: The Wolf Boy is an adaptation to live action of the classic Disney from 1967 with the same name. The film uses computer graphics technology to create the animals and jungle, while the main character, Mowgli, is played by a real actor. The story follows Mowgli as he faces dangerous challenges in the jungle, learning to become a true wolf.

The film received mixed reviews, with praise for the animation and Sethi's acting, although some felt that the film's tone was not perfectly balanced and that it may be too violent for a child audience.

57. The Lion King (1994)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $968.511.805
  • Opening weekend: $29.300.000
  • Production budget: $45 million
  • Directed by: Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff
  • Producer: Don Hahn
  • Screenplay: Irene Mecchi, Jonathan Roberts, Linda Woolverton
  • Cast: Matthew Broderick, James Earl Jones, Jeremy Irons, Moira Kelly, Nathan Lane, Ernie Sabella, Rowan Atkinson, Whoopi Goldberg, Cheech Marin

The Lion King is an eternal classic Disney. The story revolves around Simba, a young lion destined to become king of the jungle, forced to flee after the death of his father, Mufasa.

The film is known for its iconic soundtrack, composed by Elton John and Tim Rice, which includes songs such as Circle of Life e Hakuna Matata.

56. Despicable Me 2 (2013)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $970.766.005
  • Opening weekend: $83.517.315
  • Production budget: $76 million
  • Directed by: Pierre Coffin, Chris Renaud
  • Produced by: Chris Meledandri, Janet Healy
  • Screenplay: Cinco Paulo, Ken Daurio
  • Cast: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Benjamin Bratt, Miranda Cosgrove, Russell Brand, Steve Coogan, Ken Jeong.

Despicable Me 2 is the continuation of My favorite evil, a hit in 2010, and maintains the essence of the original film. Gru goes through a radical change in his life, dedicating himself completely to his daughters Agnes, Edith and Margo, leaving behind his life as a villain. However, he didn't expect his past to lead him to be recruited by the Anti-Villain League to save the world, alongside Agent Lucy.

Together, they embark on a mission to locate the criminal who stole the PX41 formula, and Gru begins to suspect that his old rival, El Macho, may be behind it.

55. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $977.070.383
  • Opening weekend: $125.017.372
  • Production budget: $250 million (with part 2)
  • Directed by: David Yates
  • Produced by: David Heyman, David Barron, JK Rowling
  • Screenplay: Steve Kloves
  • Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Ralph Fiennes, Michael Gambon, Brendan Gleeson, Richard Griffiths, John Hurt, Rhys Ifans, Jason Isaacs, Bill Nighy, Alan Rickman

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 marks the seventh chapter of the series Harry Potter and it is the first part of the adaptation of the last book of the saga. The story follows Harry Potter with his friends Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley as they embark on a search for Horcruxes, objects that contain fragments of the soul of the villainous Lord Voldemort.

54. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $995.339.117
  • Opening weekend: $36.169.328
  • Production budget: $90 million
  • Directed by: Jake Kasdan
  • Produced by: Ted Field, William Teitler, Matthew Tolmach, Mike Weber
  • Screenplay: Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers, Scott Rosenberg, Jeff Pinkner
  • Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Karen Gillan, Nick Jonas.

Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle it's a mix of reboot and continuation of the classic Jumanji 1995, starring Robin Williams. The story follows four teenagers transported into a video game, taking on the form of avatars.

53. Jurassic World: Dominion (2022)

"Jurassic World: Dominion" features dinosaurs living and breeding freely in the world, four years after the destruction of the Jurassic World theme park
“Jurassic World: Dominion” features dinosaurs living and reproducing freely in the world, four years after the destruction of the Jurassic World theme park (Image: Jornal de Brasília)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.001.136.080
  • Opening weekend: $145.075.625
  • Production budget: $165 million
  • Directed by: Colin Trevorrow
  • Producer: Frank Marshall, Patrick Crowley
  • Screenplay: Emily Carmichael, Colin Trevorrow
  • Cast: Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Sam Neill, DeWanda Wise, Mamoudou Athie, BD Wong, Omar Sy, Isabella Sermon, Campbell Scott, Justice Smith, Scott Haze, Dichen Lachman, Daniella Pineda.

Jurassic World: Dominion it is the third part of the trilogy Jurassic World and the sixth film in the franchise Jurassic Park . The story takes place four years after the destruction of the Jurassic World theme park, showing dinosaurs living and breeding freely in the world.

The film received mixed reviews, with praise for the action and visual effects, but also some opinions that the franchise was showing signs of fatigue. Though the film wraps up the trilogy, there may be plans for future films in the franchise. Jurassic Park .

52. Batman: The Dark Knight (2008)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.006.234.167
  • Opening weekend: $158.411.483
  • Production budget: $185 million
  • Directed by: Christopher Nolan
  • Production: Emma Thomas, Charles Roven, Christopher Nolan
  • Screenplay: Jonathan Nolan, Christopher Nolan
  • Cast: Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Heath Ledger, Gary Oldman, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Morgan Freeman.

Batman the dark knight is part of the Batman trilogy directed by Nolan, being the direct sequel to Batman Begins released in 2005. The work received acclaim from both critics and the public, considered one of the best superhero films ever made. Heath Ledger was especially praised for his remarkable portrayal of the Joker, posthumously receiving the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

The film is known for its dark atmosphere, complex narrative and thrilling action scenes. Exploring themes such as duality, corruption and ethics in the fight against crime, the film provides a reflection on good and evil. The soundtrack, composed by Hans Zimmer and James Newton Howard, adds to the intensity and atmosphere of the work.

51. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.017.030.651
  • Opening weekend: $84.617.303
  • Production budget: $180 million
  • Directed by: Peter Jackson
  • Produced by: Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner, Fran Walsh, Peter Jackson
  • Screenplay: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson, Guillermo del Toro
  • Cast: Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage, James Nesbitt, Ken Stott, Sylvester McCoy, Barry Humphries, Cate Blanchett, Ian Holm, Christopher Lee, Hugo Weaving, Elijah Wood, Andy Serkis, Aidan Turner, Dean O'Gorman, Graham McTavish, Adam Brown, Peter Hambleton, John Callen, Mark Hadlow, Jed Brophy, William Kircher, Lee Pace, Benedict Cumberbatch, Manu Bennett.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey it's the first in the trilogy The Hobbit and serves as a prequel to the trilogy Lord of the Rings. The story follows Bilbo Baggins, a reluctant hobbit who embarks on an epic adventure to help a group of dwarves reclaim their lost kingdom.

Filmed in New Zealand, the film features the stunning landscapes that have become a hallmark of Peter Jackson's productions. It received positive reviews, praising the direction, visual effects and faithfulness to the book. The film addresses themes such as courage, friendship and the hero's journey, common features in the works of JRR Tolkien.

50. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.023.842.938
  • Opening weekend: $90.294.621
  • Production budget: $125 million
  • Directed by: Chris Columbus
  • Producer: David Heyman
  • Screenplay: Steven Kloves
  • Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson, Richard Harris, Maggie Smith, Robbie Coltrane, Alan Rickman, Ian Hart

Harry Potter and others Pedra Filosofal is a fantasy adventure film based on the book of the same name written by JK Rowling. The film received three Oscar nominations, in the categories of Best Art Direction, Best Visual Effects and Best Original Score.

Harry Potter, a ten-year-old orphan, lives with his unpleasant uncles. On his eleventh birthday, he discovers he is a wizard when he receives a letter from Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

After facing resistance from his uncles, he boards the Hogwarts Express and meets his new friends, Ron and Hermione. At school, they discover that someone is trying to steal the Philosopher's Stone, capable of granting immortality.

49. Alice in Wonderland (2010)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.025.468.216
  • Opening weekend: $116.101.023
  • Production budget: $200 million
  • Directed by: Tim Burton
  • Production: Richard D. Zanuck, Joe Roth, Suzanne Todd, Jennifer Todd
  • Screenplay: Linda Woolverton
  • Cast: Mia Wasikowska, Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter, Anne Hathaway, Crispin Glover, Matt Lucas, Alan Rickman, Timothy Spall

Alice in Wonderland was released in 3D, capitalizing on the popularity of that technology at the time, and had a soundtrack composed by Danny Elfman, a frequent collaborator with Tim Burton.

Visually, Alice in Wonderland showcased the unique aesthetic characteristic of Tim Burton films, with extravagant sets and costumes. It was nominated for three Oscars in the categories of Best Art Direction, Best Costume Design and Best Visual Effects. The success also led to the production of a sequel, released in 2016 with the title Alice Through the Looking Glass.

48. Zootopia (2016)

"Zootopia" won the Oscar for best animated film in 2017
“Zootopia” won the 2017 Academy Award for Best Animated Feature (Image: imagoi)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.025.521.689
  • Opening weekend: $75.063.401
  • Production budget: $150 million
  • Directed by: Byron Howard, Rich Moore
  • Producer: Clark Spencer
  • Screenplay: Jared Bush, Phil Johnston
  • Cast: Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Shakira, Idris Elba, JK Simmons, Jenny Slate, Nate Torrence, Raymond S. Persi, Alan Tudyk, Bonnie Hunt, Don Lake, Octavia Spencer, Tommy Chong, Tommy Lister, Jesse Corti.

Z is an animated film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. The story takes place in a city inhabited by anthropomorphic animals, where police rabbit Judy Hopps teams up with fox Nick Wilde to solve a missing person case.

Z was in part inspired by the illustrated book by Disney, entitled The History of Zootopia, which depicts anthropomorphic animals living in a city. The film features over 64 different animal species, each with its own distinct culture and personality.

One of the memorable characters is Flash the sloth, who was voiced by actor Raymond S. Persi, who is also one of the film's animators. In addition, “Zootopia” contains several references to other films from the Disneyas the Frozen e The Lion King.

47. Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace (1999)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.027.082.707
  • Opening weekend: $64.820.970
  • Production budget: $115 million
  • Directed by: George Lucas
  • Producer: Rick McCallum
  • Screenplay: George Lucas
  • Cast: Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman, Jake Lloyd, Ian McDiarmid, Ray Park, Anthony Daniels, Kenny Baker, Pernilla August, Frank Oz.

Star Wars: Episode I — The Phantom Menace is the first film in the prequel trilogy of Star Wars, revolving around the threat of intergalactic trade and the discovery of the young Anakin Skywalker, who would become the famous villain Darth Vader.

The film introduces the first appearance of Darth Maul, one of the most iconic villains in the franchise, and marked the return of the saga after more than 16 years since the release of Return of the Jedi in 1983. The film also brought technological advances in computer animation, enabling the creation of digital characters such as Jar Jar Binks.

46. ​​Finding Dory (2016)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.029.266.989
  • Opening weekend: $135.060.273
  • Production budget: $200 million
  • Directed by: Andrew Stanton
  • Producer: Lindsey Collins, Bob Roath
  • Screenplay: Victoria Strouse, Andrew Stanton
  • Cast: Ellen DeGeneres, Ed O'Neill, Albert Brooks, Willem Dafoe, Kaitlin Olson, Ty Burrell, Diane Keaton, Eugene Levy.

Procurando Dory it's a sequel to the movie Procurando nemo from 2003. The plot revolves around Dory, who begins to have flashbacks of her childhood and decides to look for her lost parents. The film addresses themes such as family, friendship and the importance of being true to yourself. However, it also faced criticism from animal rights groups and scientists, who expressed concerns about the film's impact and urged parents not to buy Dory-inspired aquarium fish.

45. Despicable Me 3 (2017)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.034.800.131
  • Opening weekend: $72.434.025
  • Production budget: $80 million
  • Directed by: Pierre Coffin, Kyle Balda
  • Produced by: Chris Melendandri, Janet Healy
  • Screenplay: Cinco Paul, Ken Daurio
  • Cast: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Trey Parker, Miranda Cosgrove

Despicable Me 3 features an all-new story featuring the iconic characters Gru and the Minions. The plot revolves around Gru, who discovers he has a twin brother named Dru, and together they face a new villain named Balthazar Bratt.

The film's soundtrack includes new original songs and popular songs such as Slowly by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee. Despicable Me 3 is known for its high-quality animation and irreverent humor, and is the first film in the franchise to be released in 3D.

44. Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011)

Pirates of the Caribbean in the jungle with a boat and an alligator, scenes of adventure and fantasy.
For “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,” original franchise director Gore Verbinski was replaced by Rob Marshall (Image: IMDB)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.046.721.266
  • Opening weekend: $90.151.958
  • Production budget: $250 million
  • Directed by: Rob Marshall
  • Producer: Jerry Bruckheimer
  • Screenplay: Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio
  • Cast: Johnny Depp, Geoffrey Rush, Penélope Cruz, Ian McShane, Kevin McNally, Sam Claflin, Astrid Bergès-Frisbey, Stephen Graham

Pirates of the Caribbean: Navigating Mysterious Waters is the fourth film in the franchise and brings back iconic characters like Jack Sparrow and Barbossa. The plot revolves around the search for the Fountain of Youth, a legendary object that leads Jack Sparrow and his companions to face the feared pirate Blackbeard.

The soundtrack, composed by Hans Zimmer, features new versions of the franchise's main theme, and the film's success led to the development of a later sequel titled Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar's Revenge, released in 2017.

43. Barbie (2023)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.052.300.000
  • Opening weekend: $162.022.044
  • Production budget: $145 million
  • Directed by: Greta Gerwig
  • Produced by: Margot Robbie, Tom Ackerley, Robbie Brenner, David Heyman
  • Screenplay: Greta Gerwig, Noah Baumbach
  • Cast: Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, Will Ferrell, Simu Liu, America Ferrera, Ariana Greenblatt, Ncuti Gatwa, Emma Mackey, Alexandra Shipp, Michael Cera, Issa Rae, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Rhea Perlman, Kate McKinnon

Barbie takes place in Barbieland, a matriarchal society where the Barbies are independent and successful, while the Kens are limited to recreational activities on the beach. Barbie embarks on a journey of self-discovery as she questions her mortality and discovers she must find the child who plays with her in the real world in order to heal.

42. Aladdin (2019)

Like other Disney live-action films, such as "Beauty and the Beast" and "The Lion King", the success of "Aladdin" has sparked speculation about a possible sequel, but there is still no official confirmation.
Like other Disney live-action films, such as “Beauty and the Beast” and “The Lion King”, the success of “Aladdin” has sparked speculation about a possible sequel, but there is still no official confirmation (Image: Mandatory Stop)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.054.304.000
  • Opening weekend: $91.500.929
  • Production budget: $183 million
  • Directed by: Guy Ritchie
  • Production: Dan Lin, Jonathan Eirich
  • Screenplay: John August, Guy Ritchie
  • Cast: Will Smith, Mena Massoud, Naomi Scott, Marwan Kenzari, Navid Negahban, Nasim Pedrad

Aladdin is a fantasy romance musical film, a live-action adaptation of the classic animated film by Disney from 1992 with the same name. The story follows Aladdin, a street thief who falls in love with Princess Jasmine and finds a magical genie who grants three wishes.

41. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.058.682.142
  • Opening weekend: $155.081.681
  • Production budget: $200 million
  • Directed by: Gareth Edwards
  • Produced by: Kathleen Kennedy, Allison Shearmur, Simon Emanuel
  • Screenplay: Chris Weitz, Tony Gilroy
  • Cast: Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Ben Mendelsohn, Guy Herny, Donnie Yen, Mads Mikkelsen, Alan Tudyk, Riz Ahmed, Anthony Daniels, Jiang Wen, Forest Whitaker

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story is an spin off of the iconic franchise Star Wars. The central plot of the film revolves around a group of rebels who unite to steal the plans to the Death Star, a powerful weapon of the Galactic Empire. Both specialized critics and the public praised the film, highlighting its exciting story and action scenes.

Considered one of the best films in the franchise, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story tackles themes such as loyalty, friendship and the fight against oppression, as well as exploring the rich mythology of the Jedi and the Sith. The film is also known for its direct connection to the 1977 classic, Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope.

40. Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (2006)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.066.179.747
  • Opening weekend: $135.634.554
  • Production budget: $225 million
  • Directed by: Gore Verbinski
  • Producer: Jerry Bruckheimer
  • Screenplay: Ted Elliott, Terry Rossio
  • Cast: Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, Keira Knightley, Stellan Skarsgård, Bill Nighy, Jack Davenport, Kevin McNally, Jonathan Pryce

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest is the second film in the franchise Pirates of the Caribbean and brings back iconic figures like Jack Sparrow, Will Turner and Elizabeth Swann. The plot revolves around the search for the Dead Man's Chest, which contains the heart of Captain Davy Jones, and the battle between Jack Sparrow and Davy Jones.

39.Toy Story 3 (2010)

Toys and Toy Story characters in a colorful toy room.
“Toy Story 3” features several easter eggs, including references to other Pixar films such as “Up” and “Finding Nemo”(Image: Electric Shadows)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.067.316.101
  • Opening weekend: $110.307.189
  • Production budget: $200 million
  • Directed by: Lee Unkrich
  • Producer: Darla K. Anderson
  • Screenplay: Michael Arndt
  • Cast: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Don Rickles, Wallace Shawn, John Ratzenberger, Estelle Harris, Blake Clark, Ned Beatty, Michael Keaton, Jodi Benson, John Morris

Em Toy Story 3, the plot revolves around Woody, Buzz and their friends, who are donated to a daycare center after their owner, Andy, leaves for college. Toy Story 3 received several award nominations, including five Oscars, of which it won two: Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song for We Belong Together, by Randy Newman.

38.Toy Story 4 (2019)

"toy story 4" was the first film in the franchise that the character andy, the original owner of the toys, does not appear
“Toy Story 4” was the first film in the franchise that the character Andy, the original owner of the toys, does not appear (Image: IGN Brasil)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.073.394.593
  • Opening weekend: $120.908.065
  • Production budget: $200 million
  • Directed by: Josh Cooley
  • Produced by: Jonas Rivera, Mark Nielsen
  • Screenplay: Stephany Folsom, Andrew Stanton
  • Cast: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Annie Potts, Joan Cusack, Kristen Schaal, Don Rickles, Estelle Harris, Keanu Reeves, Wallace Shawn, Blake Clark, John Ratzenberger

Em Toy Story 4, we are introduced to a new story with new characters, while also reliving the presence of iconic characters like Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Jessie. The plot revolves around Woody, who teams up with new toys on a journey to find Forky, a toy made out of trash that has become Bonnie's new favorite, the toy's owner.

The film touches on themes such as the importance of family and friendship, as well as exploring the idea of ​​letting go and moving on, as well as concluding the story of Woody and his friends, ending the saga of Toy Story in an exciting and satisfying way.

37. Joker (2019)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.074.458.282
  • Opening weekend: $96.202.337
  • Production budget: $55 million
  • Directed by: Todd Phillips
  • Produced by: Todd Phillips, Bradley Cooper, Emma Tillinger Koskoff
  • Screenplay: Todd Phillips, Scott Silver
  • Cast: Joaquin Phoenix, Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz, Bill Camp, Frances Conroy, Brett Cullen

Em Joker, we explore the origin of the iconic Batman villain through a psychological thriller. The film takes a dark and realistic approach, following the transformation of Arthur Fleck, a failed comedian, into the dangerous criminal known as the Joker.

Joker received several award nominations, including 11 Academy Award nominations, of which it won two: Best Actor for Joaquin Phoenix and Best Original Score for Hildur Guðnadóttir. The film addresses topics such as mental health, violence and social inequality, raising reflections on the nature of society and individual responsibility.

36. Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker (2019)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.077.022.372
  • Opening weekend: $177.383.864
  • Production budget: $275 million
  • Directed by: JJ Abrams
  • Produced by: Kathleen Kennedy, JJ Abrams, Michelle Rejwan
  • Screenplay: JJ Abrams, Chris Terrio
  • Cast: Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong'o, Domhnall Gleeson, Kelly Marie Tran, Joonas Suotamo, Billie Lourd, Naomi Ackie, Richard E. Grant, Keri Russell, Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, Billy Dee Williams, Carrie Fisher, Ian McDiarmid

Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker is the last film in the main saga of Star Wars. The film continues the story of the struggle between the Resistance and the First Order. Rey, Finn, Poe and their allies prepare to face the return of Emperor Palpatine.

In addition, it brings back iconic characters from the original trilogy, such as Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa and Lando Calrissian. The Skywalker Rise marks the conclusion of Rey's journey as she discovers more about her lineage and her destiny as a Jedi. The film was released as a tribute to the Skywalker saga, ending the story that began with Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope in 1977.

35. Batman: The Dark Knight Rises (2012)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.081.169.825
  • Opening weekend: $160.887.295
  • Production budget: $250 million
  • Directed by: Christopher Nolan
  • Production: Emma Thomas, Charles Roven, Christopher Nolan
  • Screenplay: Jonathan Nolan, Christopher Nolan

Batman the Dark Knight Rises is the third and final film in the Batman trilogy directed by Nolan, following the films Batman Begins e Batman the dark knight.

The story takes place eight years after the events of Batman the dark knight and follows Batman facing the villain Bane, who threatens to destroy Gotham City. Batman the Dark Knight Rises is considered one of Christopher Nolan's best films. The soundtrack, composed by Hans Zimmer, is recognized as a masterpiece.

34. Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014)

"transformers: age of extinction" marks michael bay's last directorial effort on the franchise
"Transformers: Age of Extinction" marks Michael Bay's last directorial effort on the franchise (Image: MUBI)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.104.054.072
  • Opening weekend: $100.038.390
  • Production budget: $210 million
  • Directed by: Michael Bay
  • Produced by: Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Tom DeSanto, Don Murphy, Ian Bryce
  • Screenplay: Ehren Kruger
  • Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Nicola Peltz, Stanley Tucci, Kelsey Grammer, Jack Reynor, Sophia Myles, Li Bingbing, Titus Welliver, TJ Miller

Transformers: Age of Extinction It is the fourth film in the franchise. Transformers and brings a new story with different characters, including Mark Wahlberg as the protagonist. The plot follows a group of humans who join forces with the Autobots to protect Earth from the destruction wrought by the Decepticons.

33. Jurassic Park — Jurassic Park (1993)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.109.802.321
  • Opening weekend: $47.026.828
  • Production budget: $63 million
  • Directed by: Steven Spielberg
  • Producer: Kathleen Kennedy, Gerald R. Molen
  • Screenplay: Michael Crichton, David Koepp
  • Cast: Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Richard Attenborough, Joseph Mazzello, Ariana Richards, Samuel L. Jackson, Wayne Knight, Bob Peck, Martin Ferrero, BD Wong

Jurassic Park marks the beginning of the franchise and features a stellar cast. The story revolves around a dinosaur theme park created by John Hammond, an eccentric billionaire. However, things get out of hand when dinosaurs escape their restricted areas and threaten the lives of visitors.

During production, life-size dinosaur animatronics were used, creating a sense of realism. One of the most memorable scenes is a Tyrannosaurus Rex chasing a car, filmed in a studio with a real car being rocked by a special effects team.

32. Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011)

 "Transformers: Dark of the Moon" received three Academy Award nominations, including Best Visual Effects, highlighting the quality of the film's stunning visual effects.
 “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” received three Oscar nominations, including Best Visual Effects, highlighting the quality of the film's impressive visual effects (Image: Chronicles of Now)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.123.794.079
  • Opening weekend: $97.852.865
  • Production budget: $195 million
  • Directed by: Michael Bay
  • Produced by: Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Tom DeSanto, Don Murphy, Ian Bryce
  • Screenplay: Ehren Kruger
  • Cast: Shia LaBeouf, Josh Duhamel, John Turturro, Tyrese Gibson, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Patrick Dempsey, Kevin Dunn, Julie White, Ken Jeong, John Malkovich, Frances McDormand

Transformers: The Hidden Side of the Moon is the third film in the famous franchise Transformers. The story continues to follow Sam Witwicky in a new battle between the Autobots and the Decepticons. The movie is full of action scenes, especially the epic confrontations between the Autobots and the Decepticons.

The astronaut's special participation Buzz Aldrin, the second man to walk on the moon, adds an extra touch of authenticity to the plot. In addition, the film features a striking scene where the Autobots help to NASA on a lunar mission, based on a popular conspiracy theory.

31. Captain Marvel (2019)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.131.927.996
  • Opening weekend: $153.433.423
  • Production budget: $152 million
  • Directed by: Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck
  • Producer: Kevin Feige
  • Screenplay: Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck, Geneva Robertson-Dworet
  • Cast: Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Djimon Hounsou, Lee Pace, Lashana Lynch, Gemma Chan, Annette Bening, Clark Gregg, Jude Law

Captain Marvel takes place in the 90s and tells the story of Carol Danvers, a pilot of the United States Air Force who transforms into a powerful superhero after an encounter with an alien race called the Kree. Throughout the film, we follow the journey of Carol Danvers as she discovers her true identity and faces the Skrulls, an alien race that are enemies of the Kree.

Captain Marvel is notable for being the first film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe featuring a woman as the protagonist. Critical and public reception to the film was mixed. While some praised the female portrayal and action scenes, others found the story predictable.

30. Spider-Man: Far From Home (2013)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.131.927.996
  • Opening weekend: $92.579.212
  • Production budget: $160 million
  • Directed by: Jon Watts
  • Produced by: Kevin Feige, Amy Pascal
  • Screenplay: Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers
  • Cast: Tom Holland, Samuel L. Jackson, Zendaya, Cobie Smulders, Jon Favreau, JB Smoove, Jacob Batalon, Martin Starr, Marisa Tomei, Jake Gyllenhaal.

Homem-Aranha: Longe de Casa is a direct continuation of the events shown in Avengers: Endgame. One of the highlights is the presence of the villain Mysterio, played by Jake Gyllenhaal. In the comics, Mysterio is known as one of Spider-Man's most iconic foes.

29 — Operation Skyfall (007)

"007 - Operation Skyfall" is the first film in the James Bond franchise to be filmed with a digital camera
“007 — Operation Skyfall” is the first film in the James Bond franchise to be shot with a digital camera (Image: Always a film)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.142.471.295
  • Opening weekend: $88.364.714
  • Production budget: $200 million
  • Directed by: Sam Mendes
  • Produced by: Michael G. Wilson, Barbara Broccoli
  • Screenplay: Neal Purvis, Robert Wade, John Logan
  • Cast: Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, Bérénice Marlohe, Albert Finney, Judi Dench.

007 – Operation Skyfall is the 23rd film in the James Bond franchise. The plot follows Bond on his mission to protect MI6 and its boss, M, from a villain seeking revenge. The film offers thrilling action scenes such as a car chase in Istanbul and a final battle in Scotland.

Considered one of the best films in the James Bond franchise, 007 — Operation Skyfall received nominations for several awards, including five Oscars, of which it won two. The film's success led to the development of a sequel titled 007 - Specter, also starring Daniel Craig.

28. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.147.633.833
  • Opening weekend: $72.629.713
  • Production budget: $94 million
  • Directed by: Peter Jackson
  • Produced by: Barrie M. Osborne, Fran Walsh, Peter Jackson
  • Screenplay: Fran Walsh, Philippa Boyens, Peter Jackson
  • Cast: Elijah Wood, Ian McKellen, Liv Tyler, Viggo Mortensen, Sean Astin, Cate Blanchett, John Rhys-Davies, Bernard Hill, Christopher Lee, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, Orlando Bloom, Hugo Weaving, Miranda Otto, David Wenham, Brad Dourif, Karl Urban, John Noble, Andy Serkis, Ian Holm, Sean Bean, Marton Csokas.

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King It is the third and final film in the trilogy. Lord of the Rings, based on the book of the same name by JRR Tolkien. The plot follows the journey of Frodo and Sam as they fight to destroy the One Ring and end Sauron's rule over Middle-earth.

The film features epic battle scenes, notably the Battle of the Pelennor Fields and the Battle of the Morannon. Both critics and audiences praised the film, praising Peter Jackson's direction, the actors' performances and the emotional battle scenes. The film received 11 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Visual Effects.

27. Aquaman (2018)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.148.528.393
  • Opening weekend: $67.873.522
  • Production budget: $160 million (estimated)
  • Directed by: James Wan
  • Producer: Peter Safran, Rob Cowan
  • Screenplay: David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, Will Beall
  • Cast: Jason Momoa, Amber Heard, Willem Dafoe, Patrick Wilson, Dolph Lundgren, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Ludi Lin, Temuera Morrison, Nicole Kidman.

Aquaman chronicles the journey of Arthur Curry, aka Aquaman, as he fights to take his place as King of Atlantis and prevent an impending war between the surface world and the underwater world. The film based on the character of DC Comics plays an important role in DC Extended Universe, introducing new characters and expanding the narrative of the universe.

26. Captain America: Civil War (2016)

Captain America: Civil War features a large amount of characters, albeit fewer in number compared to the comics
Captain America: Civil War features a large amount of characters, albeit fewer in number compared to the comics (Image: USA Today)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.155.046.416
  • Opening weekend: $179.139.142
  • Production budget: $250 million
  • Directed by: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
  • Producer: Kevin Feige
  • Screenplay: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely
  • Cast: Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson, Sebastian Stan, Daniel Brühl, Chadwick Boseman, Elizabeth Olsen, Emily VanCamp, Don Cheadle, Paul Bettany, Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie, Paul Rudd, William Hurt, Martin Freeman, Tom Holland, Frank Grillo, Marisa Tomei.

Captain America: Civil War it is based on the comic book Civil War da Marvel Comics, the film tells the story of Captain America and Iron Man, who find themselves on opposite sides of an intense political conflict that divides the Avengers into two distinct groups.

It all begins with an Avengers mission that ends in disaster, raising debates about superhero accountability and the need for government regulation. While Captain America is staunchly opposed to the idea of ​​regulation, Iron Man believes it is essential to keeping the world safe.

25. Minions (2015)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.159.444.662
  • Opening weekend: $115.718.405
  • Production budget: $74 million
  • Directed by: Pierre Coffin, Kyle Balda
  • Produced by: Chris Meledandri, Janet Healy
  • Screenplay: Brian Lynch
  • Cast: Sandra Bullock, Jon Hamm, Michael Keaton, Allison Janney, Steve Coogan, Jennifer Saunders, Pierre Coffin.

Minions is a charming animated spin-off film of the famous franchise My favorite evil and focuses on the lovable and hilarious Minions, yellow creatures that throughout history serve various villains.

The history of Minions goes back to the dawn of time, following the journey of the Minions in search of a new evil master after the death of their old leader. During this journey, they get involved in several adventures and end up becoming followers of the villain Scarlet Overkill, voiced by Sandra Bullock.

24. Iron Man 3 (2013)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.215.577.205
  • Opening weekend: $174.144.585
  • Production budget: $200 million
  • Directed by: Shane Black
  • Producer: Kevin Feige
  • Screenplay: Shane Black, Drew Pearce
  • Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Guy Pearce, Rebecca Hall, Stephanie Szostak, James Badge Dale, Jon Favreau, Ben Kingsley.

Iron Man 3 is part of Marvel Cinematic Universe, being the seventh film and the first in Phase Two. In the plot, we follow Tony Stark, also known as Iron Man, as he faces an enigmatic enemy called the Mandarin, who threatens his life and the safety of the world. The film features thrilling action scenes, culminating in an epic final battle between Iron Man and the Mandarin.

23. Fast & Furious 8 (2017)

Fast & Furious 8 features a scene where a car is thrown from a burning building, filmed on a real building in Cleveland, Ohio
Fast & Furious 8 features a scene where a car is thrown from a burning building, filmed in an actual building in Cleveland, Ohio (Image: B9)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.236.005.118
  • Opening weekend: $98.786.705
  • Production budget: $250 million
  • Directed by: F. Gary Gray
  • Production: Neal H. Moritz, Vin Diesel, Michael Fottrell, Chris Morgan
  • Screenplay: Chris Morgan
  • Cast: Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Nathalie Emmanuel, Scott Eastwood, Kurt Russell, Charlize Theron.

Fast and furious 8, Also known as The Fate of the Furious, we have the debut of Dwayne Johnson, aka The Rock, playing the character Luke Hobbs for the first time in the franchise. During filming, reports of tension between Vin Diesel and Dwayne Johnson emerged, which sparked speculation about a possible fight between them.

Fast and furious 8 it's packed with spectacular action, including a thrilling car chase through the streets of New York and a thrilling sequence involving a submarine. These over-the-top, thrilling action scenes have become a hallmark of the franchise. In addition, it introduced a new villain, Cipher, who becomes a threat to the team of protagonists.

22. The Incredibles 2 (2018)

Incredible Simpsons superheroes in an energy sphere with an industrial setting in the background.
Incredibles 2 was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2019, but lost to “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (Image: Movies Anywhere)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.243.089.244
  • Opening weekend: $182.687.905
  • Production budget: $200 million
  • Directed by: Brad Bird
  • Produced by: John Walker, Nicole Paradis Grindle
  • Screenplay: Brad Bird
  • Cast: Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Sarah Vowell, Huck Milner, Samuel L. Jackson, Bob Odenkirk, Catherine Keener.

The Incredibles 2 continues the adventures of the superhero family, made up of Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl, Arrow, Violet and Jack-Jack. This time, the family faces even greater challenges when Helena Pêra, the Elasti-Girl, is summoned to lead a campaign to bring superheroes back into action.

While Helena is busy with her heroic responsibilities, Bob Parr, Mr. Incredible, is faced with the challenge of caring for the children and dealing with Jack-Jack's emerging superpowers. The film addresses important themes such as family, teamwork, acceptance and female empowerment.

21. Beauty and the Beast (2017)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.266.115.964
  • Opening weekend: $174.750.616
  • Production budget: $60 million
  • Directed by: Bill Condon
  • Produced by: David Hoberman, Todd Lieberman
  • Screenplay: Stephen Chbosky, Evan Spiliotopoulos
  • Cast: Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Luke Evans, Kevin Kline, Josh Gad, Ewan McGregor, Stanley Tucci, Audra McDonald, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Ian McKellen, Emma Thompson.

Beauty and the Beast is an adaptation to live action of the classic fairy tale Disney, which was originally released as an animated hit in 1991. The story follows the journey of Belle, a smart and brave young woman who becomes a prisoner of a beast in a mysterious castle. As she gets closer to the Beast and the enchanted objects that inhabit the place, Belle discovers that true beauty lies beyond superficial appearances.

20. Frozen: A Freezing Adventure (2013)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.284.540.518
  • Opening weekend: $67.391.326
  • Production budget: $150 million
  • Directed by: Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee
  • Producer: Peter DelVecho
  • Screenplay: Jennifer Lee
  • Cast: Kristen Bell, Jonathan Groff, Santino Fontana, Josh Gad, Idina Menzel, Alan Tudyk.

Frozen a freezing adventure tells a story that revolves around the sisters Elsa and Anna, princesses of Arendelle. Elsa has magical powers of ice, but lives in seclusion to protect her sister and the kingdom from the dangers that her powers can bring.

On the day of Elsa's coronation as queen, her powers are accidentally revealed, resulting in an eternal winter that covers Arendelle. With Elsa fleeing to the mountains, Anna joins the kingdom's inhabitants in a desperate quest to reverse the winter and bring her sister back.

During her journey, Anna meets the brave mountaineer Kristoff, her loyal reindeer Sven and the lovable snowman Olaf. Together, they face dangerous challenges, unravel secrets from the past and discover true love and the importance of family.

19. Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom (2018)

T-rex attacking during destruction at a prehistoric park.
Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom explores themes such as scientific ethics, the relationship between humans and animals, and the consequences of interfering with nature. (Image: Portal do Nerd)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.310.466.296
  • Opening weekend: $148.024.610
  • Production budget: $170 million
  • Directed by: JA Bayona
  • Produced by: Frank Marshall, Patrick Crowley, Belén Atienza
  • Screenplay: Colin Trevorrow, Derek Connolly
  • Cast: Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Jeff Goldblum, Ted Levine, Rafe Spall, Toby Jones, Justice Smith, BD Wong, James Cromwell, Geraldine Chaplin.

Jurassic World: Threatened Kingdom takes viewers on an all-new adventure, set three years after the events of Jurassic Park's closure. This time the plot unfolds around a dangerous situation on Isla Nublar, where dinosaurs live.

A volcano threatens to erupt, endangering the lives of the prehistoric animals that inhabit the island. In this context, Owen and Claire, familiar characters from the previous film, return to the island with the aim of rescuing and saving these fascinating creatures.

However, when they venture to the island, they discover that there is a conspiracy afoot, which not only threatens the dinosaurs, but also endangers all life on Earth. The plot unfolds in an action, adventure and suspense game, with exciting twists and surprising moments.

18. Star Wars: Episode VIII — The Last Jedi (2017)

Jedi with a female character in a stone and sea setting, Star Wars universe, cosplay, Star Wars cosplay, fantasy, sci-fi movie, pop culture.
In 2018, Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi received four Oscar nominations, in the categories of Best Visual Effects, Best Sound Editing, Best Sound Mixing and Best Original Score (Image: Vanity Fair)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.334.407.706
  • Opening weekend: $220.009.584
  • Production budget: $200 million (estimated)
  • Directed by: Rian Johnson
  • Producer: Kathleen Kennedy, Ram Bergman
  • Screenplay: Rian Johnson
  • Cast: Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Andy Serkis, Laura Dern, Kelly Marie Tran, Joonas Suotamo, Benicio Del Toro, Peter Mayhew, Jimmy Vee, Lupita Nyong'o, Billie Lourd , Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels, Gwendoline Christie.

Star Wars: Episode VIII — The Last Jedi is the direct sequence of Star Wars The Force Awakens released in 2015. The story follows Rey's journey in search of training with Luke Skywalker, while Finn joins the Resistance to face the threat of the First Order.

The film received mixed reviews, with some praising Rian Johnson's direction, while others expressed criticism towards the plot and character development. The film features impressive action scenes, including the final battle on Crait, which stands as one of the most memorable moments.

17. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (2011)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.342.359.942
  • Opening weekend: $169.189.427
  • Production budget: $125 million (estimated)
  • Directed by: David Yates
  • Produced by: David Heyman, David Barron, JK Rowling
  • Screenplay: Steve Kloves
  • Cast: Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, Rupert Grint, Ralph Fiennes, Alan Rickman, Maggie Smith, Helena Bonham Carter, Michael Gambon, Jason Isaacs, Kelly Macdonald, Tom Felton, Jim Broadbent, Bonnie Wright, Julie Walters, David Thewlis, Emma Thompson , Gary Oldman, Robbie Coltrane.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 is a film based on the book of the same name written by JK Rowling. This film marks the eighth and final installment in the film series. Harry Potter. The plot follows the journeys of Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger as they face off against the villainous Lord Voldemort and his followers, the Death Eaters, in an epic final battle.

16. Black Panther (2018)

Black Panther is Marvel's most prestigious film, having received seven Academy Award nominations in 2019, including Best Picture.
Black Panther is Marvel's most prestigious film, having received seven Oscar nominations in 2019, including Best Picture (Image: Cinema with rapadura)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.349.926.083
  • Opening weekend: $202.003.951
  • Production budget: $200 million (estimated)
  • Directed by: Ryan Coogler
  • Producer: Kevin Feige
  • Screenplay: Joe Robert Cole, Ryan Coogler
  • Cast: Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong'o, Letitia Wright, Martin Freeman, Daniel Kaluuya, Angela Bassett, Winston Duke, Danai Gurira, Andy Serkis, Forest Whitaker.

Black Panther is based on the character of Marvel Comics, T'Challa, also known as Black Panther, and brings a story full of action, adventure and political elements. The film is part of Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and stands out for presenting a predominantly black cast, being the first within the MCU to do this.

The plot unfolds after the events of Captain America: Civil War and follows T'Challa as he returns to his homeland of Wakanda to take the throne after his father's death. In this context, the film addresses deep themes of identity, culture, politics and social justice. It also explores the relationship between Wakanda, a technologically advanced and isolated nation, and the rest of the world.

15. Super Mario Bros. — The Movie (2023)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.352.756.895
  • Opening weekend: $146.361.865
  • Production budget: $100 million (estimated)
  • Directed by: Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenic
  • Produced by: Chris Meledandri, Shigeru Miyamoto
  • Screenplay: Matthew Fogel
  • Cast: Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Keegan-Michael Key, Seth Rogen, Fred Armisen, Sebastian Maniscalco, Charles Martinet, Kevin Michael Richardson.

Brothers Mario and Luigi are plumbers in Brooklyn who are sucked into an underground world by a warp pipe. Mario lands in the Mushroom Kingdom, ruled by Princess Peach, while Luigi ends up in the Shadow Kingdom, ruled by the evil King Bowser.

Bowser plans to marry Peach and destroy the Mushroom Kingdom if she refuses. Mario teams up with Peach and the Kongs to stop Bowser. They face challenges along the way, including a fight against Donkey Kong.

14. Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)

Avengers: Age of Ultron tackles themes of artificial intelligence, the nature of power, and the consequences of playing god
Avengers: Age of Ultron tackles themes of artificial intelligence, the nature of power and the consequences of playing God (Image: Slash Film)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.405.018.048
  • Opening weekend: $191.271.109
  • Production budget: $250 million
  • Directed by: Joss Whedon
  • Producer: Kevin Feige
  • Screenplay: Joss Whedon
  • Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, James Spader, Don Cheadle, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Bettany, Cobie Smulders, Anthony Mackie, Hayley Atwell, Idris Elba , Stellan Skarsgård, Linda Cardellini, Thomas Kretschmann, Claudia Kim, Andy Serkis, Samuel L. Jackson.

Avengers: Age of Ultron is the second film in the saga of the Avengers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and brings the team of superheroes facing a new threat: Ultron, a robot created by Tony Stark.

In the plot, Tony Stark develops an artificial intelligence program to protect the world, which ends up resulting in the creation of the villain Ultron. Ultron's goal is to destroy humanity, and the Avengers must join forces to stop him. The film introduces new characters such as Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver, and features impressive action scenes, including the final battle in Sokovia.

13. Frozen 2 (2019)

Girl with Olaf doll from Frozen in animated snow scene with nature in the background.
Frozen 2 features an extra scene at the end of the credits that fans should stay tuned for (Image: Disney)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.453.683.476
  • Opening weekend: $130.263.358
  • Production budget: $150 million
  • Directed by: Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee
  • Producer: Peter DelVecho
  • Screenplay: Jennifer Lee
  • Cast: Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Jonathan Groff, Josh Gad

Frozen 2 is the sequel to the box office hit Frozen 2013 and brings back sisters Anna and Elsa, along with their friends Kristoff, Olaf and Sven, in a new adventure to unravel their family's past and save the kingdom of Arendelle.

In the plot, three years after the events of the first film, Elsa hears a mysterious voice that calls her out of Arendelle. She and her friends embark on a journey to discover the origin of the voice and unlock the secrets of her family's past.

The story is full of adventure, emotion and music, with exciting and surprising moments for fans of the first film. Frozen II introduces new characters such as Lieutenant Mattias and Northuldra leader Yelana. It also features new songs such as Into the unknown e show yourself, which became popular with fans.

12.Top Gun: Maverick (2022)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.495.696.292
  • Opening weekend: $126.707.459
  • Production budget: $170 million
  • Directed by: Joseph Kosinski
  • Production: Jerry Bruckheimer, Tom Cruise, Christopher McQuarrie, David Ellison
  • Screenplay: Ehren Kruger, Eric Warren Singer, Christopher McQuarrie
  • Cast: Tom Cruise, Miles Teller, Jennifer Connelly, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Ed Harris, Monica Barbaro, Val Kilmer

Top Gun: Maverick is a sequel to the 1986 classic, Top Gun, and brings back the character of Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, played by Tom Cruise. The film takes place decades after the events of the first, with Maverick serving as a flight instructor at the Naval Weapons School.

In the plot, Maverick is faced with the advancement of technology and the arrival of a new generation of pilots. He is assigned to train a group of young pilots, including Bradley Bradshaw, the son of his late friend Goose. While facing the challenges of instruction, Maverick also grapples with personal dilemmas and seeks to find his purpose as a pilot.

11. Fast & Furious 7 (2015)

Fast and Furious 7 is dedicated to actor Paul Walker, who died in a car accident before filming was completed.
Fast & Furious 7 is dedicated to actor Paul Walker, who died in a car accident before filming was completed (Image: Letterboxd)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.515.341.399
  • Opening weekend: $147.187.040
  • Production budget: $190 million
  • Directed by: James Wan
  • Produced by: Neal H. Moritz, Vin Diesel, Michael Fottrell
  • Screenplay: Chris Morgan
  • Cast: Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Dwayne Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Jordana Brewster, Djimon Hounsou, Tony Jaa, Ronda Rousey, Nathalie Emmanuel, Kurt Russell, Jason Statham

Fast and furious 7 is the seventh film in the series Fast and furious and shows the team led by Dominic Toretto facing a new enemy, Deckard Shaw, who seeks revenge for the death of his brother.

The story begins when Deckard Shaw, a former special agent, begins to pursue Toretto's team in search of revenge for the death of his brother. He destroys Toretto's house and kills one of the team members. Toretto and his team team up with an undercover agent named Mr. Nobody to find a tracking device that could help them locate Shaw. The plot unfolds in different locations including Abu Dhabi and Los Angeles.

10. The Avengers (2012)

The avengers movie was inspired by William Shakespeare's Hamlet, but in a very adapted way for children.
The film The Avengers was inspired by William Shakespeare's Hamlet, but in a way that was very adapted to children's audiences (Image: Estadão)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.520.538.536
  • Opening weekend: $207.438.708
  • Production budget: $220 million
  • Directed by: Joss Whedon
  • Producer: Kevin Feige
  • Screenplay: Joss Whedon
  • Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Tom Hiddleston, Clark Gregg, Cobie Smulders, Stellan Skarsgård, Samuel L. Jackson

The Avengers is the first film of the saga of the Avengers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), where Earth's Mightiest Heroes unite to take on an alien threat.

The story begins when Loki, Thor's adoptive brother, arrives on Earth with an alien army with the aim of conquering the planet. He steals the Tesseract, a cosmic cube with unimaginable powers, and plans to use it to subdue humanity.

Nick Fury, director of SHIELD, assembles the Avengers, which include Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye, to face the threat posed by Loki. However, they must overcome their differences and work as a team to save the planet.

9. The Lion King (2019)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.663.075.401
  • Opening weekend: $191.770.759
  • Production budget: $260 million
  • Directed by: Jon Favreau
  • Produced by: Jon Favreau, Karen Gilchrist, Jeffrey Silver
  • Screenplay: Jeff Nathanson
  • Cast: Donald Glover, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, James Earl Jones, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Billy Eichner, Seth Rogen, John Oliver, John Kani, Alfre Woodard

The Lion King is an animated film produced by Walt Disney Pictures. It is a live-action adaptation of the 1994 animated world cinema classic of the same title.

The story unfolds in the African savannah, where a young lion named Simba is destined to become king of the jungle. However, his uncle Scar, who wants the throne for himself, plans to kill King Mufasa and blame Simba for the crime.

After escaping the jungle, Simba finds new friends, Timon and Pumbaa, who teach him how to live carefree. However, he is reminded of his responsibilities as king when he is reunited with his childhood friend, Nala, who convinces him to return and face Scar.

8. Jurassic World: Jurassic World (2015)

Jurassic World: World of Dinosaurs received acclaim from both critics and audiences, being considered a triumphant return for the franchise after a gap of 14 years since the last film.
Jurassic World: Jurassic World received acclaim from both critics and audiences, being considered a triumphant return for the franchise after a 14-year gap since the last film. (Image: High Definition Portal)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.671.537.444
  • Opening weekend: $208.806.270
  • Production budget: $150 million
  • Directed by: Colin Trevorrow
  • Producer: Frank Marshall, Patrick Crowley
  • Screenplay: Colin Trevorrow, Derek Connolly, Rick Jaffa, Amanda Silver
  • Cast: Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Irrfan Khan, Vincent D'Onofrio

Jurassic World: The World of Dinosaurs it is the fourth film in the series Jurassic Park and takes place 22 years after the events of the first film.

The story unfolds on Isla Nublar, where a new dinosaur theme park, called Jurassic World, has been built. Claire Dearing is the park's administrator, assisted by dinosaur trainer Owen Grady.

The plot begins when a new genetically modified dinosaur, the Indominus Rex, escapes from its enclosure and jeopardizes the safety of visitors and the very existence of the park. Owen and Claire join forces to capture the dinosaur and prevent catastrophe.

7. Spider-Man: Never Go Home (2021)

Spider-Man: There's No Going Home thrills and captivates audiences with its action-adventure story, representing a notable milestone for both the MCU and Spider-Man.
The film Spider-Man: No Return Home thrills and captivates audiences with its story of action and adventure, representing a notable milestone for both the MCU and Spider-Man.(Image: Disney+ Brazil Guide)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $1.921.847.111
  • Opening weekend: $260.138.569
  • Production budget: $200 million
  • Directed by: Jon Watts
  • Produced by: Kevin Feige, Amy Pascal
  • Screenplay: Chris McKenna, Erik Sommers
  • Cast: Tom Holland, Zendaya, Benedict Cumberbatch, Jacob Batalon, Jon Favreau, Jamie Foxx, Willem Dafoe, Alfred Molina, Benedict Wong, Tony Revolori, Marisa Tomei, Andrew Garfield, Tobey Maguire

Spider-Man: No Return Home Part of the Spider-Man series Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The story starts right after the events of Homem-Aranha: Longe de Casa (2019), where Peter Parker's secret identity is revealed to the world. In search of a solution, he seeks Doctor Strange's help to reverse the spell that exposed his identity, but something goes wrong and ends up opening a multiverse.

Peter finds himself embroiled in an epic battle against villains from other dimensions, including Doctor Octopus, the Green Goblin and Electro. He receives assistance from characters from previous Spider-Man films, such as Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield, who have played the hero in other productions.

6. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $2.052.415.039
  • Opening weekend: $257.698.183
  • Production budget: $300 million
  • Directed by: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
  • Producer: Kevin Feige
  • Screenplay: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely
  • Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Don Cheadle, Tom Holland, Chadwick Boseman, Paul Bettany, Elizabeth Olsen, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Danai Gurira, Letitia Wright, Dave Bautista, Zoe Saldaña, Josh Brolin, Chris Pratt

Avengers: Infinity War is the third chapter in the saga of the Avengers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the film chronicles the heroic battle of the characters against the powerful villain Thanos, who is determined to reunite the six Infinity Gems to carry out his plan to destroy half the universe.

In the plot, Thanos attacks the ship of the Asgardian refugees in search of the Space Gem, causing destruction and capturing Thor, who is left on the brink of death. The remaining Avengers unite in a desperate mission to stop Thanos from obtaining all of the Infinity Stones, whose power is unimaginable.

For this, they count on the help of characters from other films of the MCU, including the Guardians of the Galaxy, Black Panther, Doctor Strange and Spider-Man. The narrative unfolds on different planets and locations, as the heroes fight to protect the Infinity Gems and face Thanos.

5. Star Wars: Episode VII — The Force Awakens (2015)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $2.071.310.218
  • Opening weekend: $247.966.675
  • Production budget: $245 million
  • Directed by: JJ Abrams
  • Produced by: Kathleen Kennedy, JJ Abrams, Bryan Burk
  • Screenplay: Lawrence Kasdan, JJ Abrams
  • Cast: Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, John Boyega, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Peter Mayhew, Oscar Isaac, Lupita Nyong'o, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Anthony Daniels, Max von Sydow, Kenny Baker, Mark Hamill

Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens is a thrilling science fiction film set 30 years after the events of Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi, the film follows a new generation of characters, such as Rey, Finn and Poe Dameron, who join the saga's iconic heroes, including Han Solo, Leia Organa and Chewbacca.

The plot unfolds amid the confrontation between the First Order, an organization that rose from the ashes of the Galactic Empire, and the Resistance, a group of fighters determined to fight against the tyranny of the First Order.

The story begins when Finn, a stormtrooper A defector, he joins forces with Rey, a scavenger, to protect a droid named BB-8, which harbors vital information for the Resistance. Together, they embark on a thrilling journey in search of Luke Skywalker, the last Jedi, who mysteriously disappeared after the fall of the Galactic Empire.

4.Titanic (1997)

The theme song for the film Titanic is "My Heart Will Go On", performed by Canadian singer Celine Dion, and became a huge worldwide hit, winning the Academy Award for Best Original Song.
The theme song for the film Titanic is “My Heart Will Go On”, sung by Canadian singer Céline Dion, and it became a huge hit worldwide, winning the Academy Award for Best Original Song (Image: Letterboxd)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $2.264.743.305
  • Opening weekend: $28.638.131
  • Production budget: $200 million
  • Directed by: James Cameron
  • Production: James Cameron, Jon Landau
  • Screenplay: James Cameron
  • Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Kate Winslet, Billy Zane, Kathy Bates, Frances Fisher, Gloria Stuart, Bernard Hill, Victor Garber, Jonathan Hyde, Danny Nucci, Bill Paxton

Titanic tells the story of a young couple who fall in love while traveling on the legendary ocean liner Titanic, considered the most luxurious of its time.

Unfortunately, the ship's tragic fate unfolds when it collides with an iceberg and sinks, sending the protagonists into a desperate fight for survival. Based on real events, the sinking of the Titanic it is recognized as one of the greatest maritime disasters in history.

Titanic received acclaim from the film industry, being nominated for 14 Oscars and winning in 11 categories, and became one of the highest-grossing films of all time in world cinema.

3. Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)

Avatar: The Path of Water is a sequel to "Avatar" (2009) and takes place in the same fictional universe as Pandora.
Avatar: The Path of Water is a sequel to “Avatar” (2009) and takes place in the same fictional universe as Pandora. (Image: Superliterary)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $2.320.250.281
  • Opening weekend: $134.100.226
  • Production budget: $350 million
  • Directed by: James Cameron
  • Production: James Cameron, Jon Landau
  • Screenplay: James Cameron, Rick Jaffa, Amanda Silver
  • Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoë Saldana, Stephen Lang, Sigourney Weaver

Avatar: The Way of Water transports viewers back to the dazzling fictional universe of Pandora, exploring new horizons and challenges.

The story unfolds many years after the shocking events of the first film. Humans return to Pandora, after their previous exile, eager to unlock the planet's secrets and valuable resources. Jake Sully and Neytiri, now leaders of the tribe omaticaya, are charged with protecting and guiding their people, including their own children and those they have adopted as part of their family.

The plot delves into the complexities of the relationship between Jake and Neytiri, now as parents, as they face dangerous threats and fight to preserve peace and harmony with the lush nature of Pandora. The film impresses for the visually stunning experience, with stunning underwater sequences and breathtaking special effects, surpassing even the first film in grandeur.

2. Avengers: Endgame (2019)

  • Worldwide Box Office: $2.799.439.100
  • Opening weekend: $357.115.007
  • Production budget: $356 million
  • Directed by: Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
  • Producer: Kevin Feige
  • Screenplay: Christopher Markus, Stephen McFeely
  • Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Don Cheadle, Paul Rudd, Brie Larson, Karen Gillan, Danai Gurira, Benedict Wong, Jon Favreau, Bradley Cooper, Gwyneth Paltrow, Josh Brolin

Avengers: Endgame marks the epic conclusion of the Avengers saga in Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

After the traumatic events of Avengers: Infinity War, in which Thanos used the Infinity Gauntlet to wipe out half the universe's population, the remaining Avengers are dealing with the pain of loss. Determined to reverse events, they unite for one last mission.

Through a journey through time, the heroes seek to recover the Infinity Gems before Thanos obtains them, facing challenges and teaming up with iconic characters from the MCU. Avengers: Endgame is a film packed with action, emotion and twists, exploring themes of friendship, sacrifice and redemption.

Over three hours long, the film offers a satisfying ending to the Avengers saga, thrilling and surprising fans of the MCU and becoming one of the highest-grossing movies.

1.Avatar (2009)

Avatar was a milestone in the film industry, being one of the first films to make extensive use of motion capture technology and 3D visual effects.
Avatar was a milestone in the film industry, being one of the first films to make extensive use of motion capture technology and 3D visual effects (Image: Chippu)
  • Worldwide Box Office: $2.923.706.026
  • Opening weekend: $77.025.481
  • Production budget: $237 million
  • Director: James Cameron
  • Production: James Cameron, Jon Landau
  • Screenplay: James Cameron
  • Cast: Sam Worthington, Zoë Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Michelle Rodriguez, Giovanni Ribisi, Joel David Moore

Avatar is an epic science fiction film set in the year 2154 in Pandora, one of the moons of Polyphemus, one of three fictional gas planets orbiting the Alpha Centauri system.

The film tells the story of Jake Sully, a paraplegic former Marine selected to participate in the program. Avatar, in which humans can control genetically modified bodies of Na'vi, a native species of Pandora. Jake becomes embroiled in a conflict between the human interests of exploration and the preservation of the environment and culture of the Na'vi.

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