Highest Grossing Movies of All Time

Explore the highest grossing movies of all time based on worldwide box office revenue. This ranking includes the most commercially successful movies ever released in theaters. Browse blockbuster films, franchise hits, superhero movies, animated features, action adventures, sci-fi epics, and global box office leaders. The list is updated regularly and includes only movies with at least $100,000 in revenue. Use sorting filters to discover top grossing movies by box office, release date, or IMDb rating.

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Best Defense
20.07.1984 • USA • Comedy • 94 min
Budget: $18,000,000
Box Office: $19,265,302
This military story centers on an engineer working to finalize a new combat vehicle. As tensions increase between countries in Kuwait, the engineer is pressured by an Army officer eager to deploy the untested tank in a critical mission. The film explores the relationship between technological advancement and military planning, alongside themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the impact of war. It realistically portrays the difficulties of engineering and the bonds between soldiers, offering a fresh look at modern conflict.
3.9
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Christmas with the Tuches
08.12.2021 • France • Comedy • 101 min
Box Office: $19,259,766
Jeff, recently retired as President of the Republic, enjoys a peaceful life with his family back in their village of Bouzolles. As the holidays near, his daughter Cathy asks for a special gift: a reunion with her sister Maguy and Maguy's husband, Jean-Yves – people Jeff has been estranged from for a decade. The reconciliation threatens to derail when a disagreement over Christmas erupts during a family lunch. This long-held feud, confined to Bouzolles, escalates into a conflict between Jeff and a powerful online distribution company.
4.6
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The Best Offer
01.01.2013 • Italy • Drama • 131 min
Budget: $13,500,000
Box Office: $19,255,873
Virgil Oldman is a highly respected antiques expert and auctioneer. An unconventional and brilliant man, he prefers a solitary life, avoiding personal connections. When he's asked to appraise and sell her family’s valuable art collection by Claire, a woman carrying emotional wounds, Virgil begins to care for her. He soon finds himself consumed by a powerful attraction that dramatically changes his carefully controlled world.
7.7
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After Ever Happy
24.08.2022 • USA • Romance • 95 min
Budget: $14,000,000
Box Office: $19,238,073
When a startling revelation about their families comes to light, Tessa and Hardin realize they share more similarities than they thought. Tessa is no longer the innocent girl Hardin first knew, and he is not the brooding, difficult person she was drawn to.
4.8
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Half Past Dead
15.11.2002 • USA • Crime • 98 min
Budget: $25,000,000
Box Office: $19,233,280
To find the people who murdered his wife, a man goes undercover in a cutting-edge prison. While working inside, he uncovers a scheme involving a death row inmate and a hidden fortune of $200 million in gold.
4.6
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Emergency Declaration
03.08.2022 • South Korea • Action • 140 min
Budget: $18,052,672
Box Office: $19,200,000
Korean authorities investigating an online terror threat learn a suspect has boarded a flight to the United States. When a passenger dies suddenly on the plane, causing widespread panic, the captain and crew face a desperate situation. With dwindling fuel and no international assistance available, they must take extraordinary steps to protect the passengers.
6.8
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5257
The Replacement Killers
06.02.1998 • USA • Action • 87 min
Budget: $30,000,000
Box Office: $19,200,000
John Lee is a highly skilled assassin. He's hired by Chinatown crime boss Terence Wei to kill the son of police officer Stan Zedkov. This puts Lee at odds with his own conscience. He makes a significant choice that could have serious consequences for him. To escape Wei's revenge, Lee partners with Meg Coburn, a resourceful forger, to get a passport and leave the country. While trying to avoid those sent to hunt him down, Lee is forced to face his past and decide how much he's willing to risk to protect the people he cares about. This intense thriller explores themes of duty, morality, and sacrifice within a dangerous criminal world. As John Lee navigates a web of crime and betrayal, the story questions what's right and wrong when fighting for survival and seeking redemption.
6.1
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Species II
10.04.1998 • USA • Science Fiction • 93 min
Budget: $35,000,000
Box Office: $19,200,000
Commander Ross returns from a Mars mission with a disturbing secret: he's changing into a monstrous alien, driven by a need to reproduce with humans. As women die in horrific childbirths, giving birth to half-alien children, scientist Laura Baker and assassin Press Lennox join forces to find Ross and his offspring. They are assisted by Eve, a calm alien clone meant to help them. But then, Eve develops feelings for Commander Ross, leading to a dangerous chase that could result in the creation of a new species. The film combines suspenseful action with questions about evolution and humanity, exploring how far someone will go for love in a strange world.
4.5
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5259
Beerfest
25.08.2006 • USA • Comedy • 110 min
Budget: $17,500,000
Box Office: $19,179,969
While in Germany to scatter their grandfather's ashes, German-American brothers Todd and Jan stumble upon Beerfest, a legendary competition centered on drinking stout. Determined to uphold their family's reputation for beer consumption, they decide to compete. Their relatives from Germany doubt their ability, leading the brothers to return to the United States to train for a rematch the following year.
6.3
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Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood
13.05.1988 • USA • Horror • 88 min
Budget: $2,800,000
Box Office: $19,170,001
Tina Shepard is an ordinary teenager with a secret: she can move things with her mind. Her life changes when an accident accidentally brings the infamous serial killer Jason Voorhees back to life. As Tina grapples with her powers, she unknowingly unleashes a new terror on her town. Haunted by Jason's violent history, Tina is forced into a terrifying fight for survival, trying to stop him from killing more people. The story explores fear, redemption, and the impact of choices as good and evil become unclear amidst extreme horror. The film features a tense struggle between Tina and Jason, both fighting to win. Suspenseful moments are punctuated by shocking violence, leaving audiences wondering who will survive this brutal confrontation.
5.2
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Tuck Everlasting
11.10.2002 • USA • Drama • 90 min
Budget: $15,000,000
Box Office: $19,158,074
In 1914, Winnie Foster is a teenager living in a small, rural town with her supportive but overprotective parents. However, Winnie yearns for more freedom and exciting experiences.
6.6
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5262
Hadestown: The Musical
23.07.2026 • Drama • 141 min
Budget: $5,000,000
Box Office: $19,156,799
The tragic love of Orpheus and Eurydice is intertwined with the complex relationship of Hades and Persephone. Eurydice, struggling with poverty, is lured to the industrial underworld of Hadestown by Hades, while Orpheus, a struggling musician, ventures down below to bring her back.
8.6
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Buried
24.09.2010 • Spain • Drama • 95 min
Budget: $1,987,650
Box Office: $19,152,480
In Iraq, a U.S. truck driver is attacked by Iraqis. He then awakens buried alive in a coffin. Armed with only a lighter and a cell phone, he must desperately try to escape the confined space before it's too late.
7.0
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The Bling Ring
12.06.2013 • USA • Drama • 90 min
Budget: $15,000,000
Box Office: $19,145,732
Based on true stories, a group of young people driven by a desire for fame uses the internet to locate celebrities and then breaks into their homes to steal.
5.6
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Dear Evan Hansen
24.09.2021 • USA • Drama • 137 min
Budget: $27,500,000
Box Office: $19,133,454
Evan Hansen, a high school student struggling with social anxiety, finds himself unexpectedly entangled in a deception when a classmate's family misreads one of his letters as a suicide note intended for their son.
6.1
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5266
Blaze
15.12.1989 • USA • Comedy • 117 min
Box Office: $19,131,000
This character-driven story follows a middle-aged Louisiana governor as he deals with the challenges of love and politics. His unusual relationship with a young stripper endangers both his career and the forward-thinking policies that have made him controversial. The governor grapples with his personal feelings and his responsibilities in public life, exploring themes of compromise, societal pressures, and the possibility of transformation amidst a scandal. The evocative Louisiana backdrop enhances this drama, prompting reflection on the complicated relationship between love, power, and self.
6.0
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The Way of the Gun
08.09.2000 • USA • Action • 119 min
Budget: $8,500,000
Box Office: $19,125,401
Two ruthless criminals, known for their lack of conscience, find themselves in over their heads when they kidnap and take hostage the surrogate mother of a wealthy and secretive individual, intending to demand a ransom.
6.6
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The Bad News Bears in Breaking Training
08.07.1977 • USA • Comedy • 100 min
Box Office: $19,104,350
A rebellious teenager and his boisterous baseball team embark on a journey to Houston for an exhibition game that challenges their abilities and teamwork. During the trip, the boy reconnects with his estranged father, whom he hasn't seen in years. Unexpectedly, the father joins the team as coach. The film explores family, redemption, and how sports can unite people. Combining drama, humor, and emotion, it follows the team's quest for success and the developing relationship between the troubled son and his father.
5.7
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5269
That's Entertainment!
21.06.1974 • USA • Documentary • 135 min
Budget: $3,200,000
Box Office: $19,100,000
This documentary brings together legendary actors and actresses from Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer's golden age to celebrate the studio's musical legacy over five decades. They share personal stories and memories of their favorite songs and dances, offering a nostalgic look back at MGM's classic Hollywood films. The film combines these iconic musical moments with interviews featuring the stars who brought them to life. It’s a warm tribute to the magic of old MGM musicals, perfect for fans and new audiences alike.
7.8
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Mother
25.12.1996 • USA • Comedy • 104 min
Box Office: $19,100,000
This film is a character study of a middle-aged science fiction novelist navigating personal struggles. After two failed marriages and battling anxiety, he returns home to live with his mother – a decision with unexpected complications. He confronts a complicated family and begins a journey of self-discovery, drawing on his experiences for inspiration in his novels. The story explores family, mental health, and how art can help heal, through an honest look at a flawed but relatable man.
6.9
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Golden Kamuy
19.01.2024 • Japan • Action • 129 min
Box Office: $19,077,748
In Hokkaido's wild frontier, a war veteran and an Ainu woman are in a desperate search for treasure. Their quest puts them at odds with a group of outcasts and rogue soldiers who have clues tattooed on their bodies. They must race against these rivals to find the hidden riches.
6.4
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Johnny Mnemonic
26.05.1995 • Science Fiction • 97 min
Budget: $25,000,000
Box Office: $19,075,720
In 2021, Johnny is a skilled data trafficker operating in a dystopian world where information is tightly controlled. He uses a special implant to store data securely, making him valuable. But a new delivery job puts him in deadly danger. The data he carries threatens his life if it isn't removed, and it reveals a truth powerful enough to destroy the oppressive society. Now, ruthless assassins are hunting him. Johnny must evade them while trying to understand the data he holds and find a way to extract it safely, before he and the information are lost forever. This suspenseful story explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the fight for control in a world dominated by technology and secrets.
5.6
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The Drop
12.09.2014 • USA • Drama • 106 min
Budget: $12,600,000
Box Office: $19,054,534
Bob Saginowski becomes involved in a botched robbery and drawn into an investigation that uncovers hidden histories within his community. The investigation reveals how neighbors, families, and rivals are interconnected, pursuing their livelihoods with unwavering determination.
7.0
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5274
Mommie Dearest
16.09.1981 • USA • Drama • 128 min
Budget: $5,000,000
Box Office: $19,032,261
Christina, a young girl, lives in Hollywood under the care of Joan Crawford, her new guardian. As Crawford's personal and career life fall apart, she grows increasingly angry and frustrated, and her behavior towards Christina becomes abusive. The film offers intimate looks at their relationship, revealing the shocking and disturbing nature of Crawford’s treatment of the child. It explores themes of fame, power, and the complexities of family, presenting a poignant portrait of a difficult relationship.
6.7
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The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales
21.06.2017 • France • Family • 83 min
Budget: $3,000,000
Box Office: $19,030,780
Beneath the surface of idyllic farm life, things are surprisingly chaotic. A mother fox secretly raises a brood of chicks, a rabbit fakes a delivery, and a duck dreams of becoming Santa Claus.
7.4
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Bed of Roses
26.01.1996 • USA • Drama • 87 min
Box Office: $19,030,691
'Flowers for Lisa' is a story about finding love in a busy world. Lisa, a successful investment banker, is surprised by an anonymous bouquet, which starts a romantic journey. The person who sent the flowers has old-fashioned romantic ideas, very different from Lisa’s focused professional life. As they get to know each other, they explore their differences. He offers the romance she wants, while she deals with her career. Lisa starts to wonder if love can overcome the challenges of their different lifestyles and expectations. The film is a sweet story about balancing love and work, and the importance of connection. It mixes tender moments, funny situations, and important discoveries, leaving the audience thinking about the beauty and complexity of relationships.
6.1
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Kaamelott: The First Chapter
21.07.2021 • France • Adventure • 120 min
Budget: $17,516,235
Box Office: $19,002,036
In secret, within Rome, King Arthur is preparing to return and confront the forces of Lancelot, who was once his close ally.
6.1
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The Brand New Adventures of Aladdin
03.10.2018 • France • Comedy • 98 min
Budget: $18,900,000
Box Office: $19,000,000
Following the overthrow of Baghdad's cruel ruler, Aladdin postpones his wedding to the princess, waiting for a new leader to assume control of the city.
3.9
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Deathtrap
19.03.1982 • USA • Comedy • 116 min
Budget: $10,000,000
Box Office: $19,000,000
A successful Broadway playwright discovers a remarkable screenplay by a promising new writer. Tempted by the opportunity to claim the script as his own, he creates a deceptive plan that spirals out of control. As he manipulates those around him to achieve success, the playwright finds himself losing sight of the difference between art and reality. This intense drama explores ambition, honesty, and the repercussions of prioritizing personal gain over the well-being of others.
7.0
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The Boys from Brazil
05.10.1978 • Drama • 125 min
Budget: $12,000,000
Box Office: $19,000,000
Ezra Lieberman, a dedicated Nazi hunter, discovers a disturbing plot to revive the Third Reich in the modern era. Investigating this bizarre scheme, Lieberman finds himself caught in a dangerous network of lies that endangers him. He forms uneasy alliances with a diverse group to stop those planning to resurrect past horrors. The film explores the blurred lines between reality and illusion, examining power, control, and human evil. This suspenseful thriller follows Lieberman as he races against time to prevent a catastrophic return of fanaticism and tyranny, plunging audiences into history's darkest depths and the depths of human nature.
7.0
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The Flower of My Secret
22.09.1995 • Spain • Drama • 106 min
Budget: $4,500,000
Box Office: $19,000,000
Leo is a successful romance novelist who uses a pen name because she dislikes her own writing. Her marriage feels empty; her husband is often away for work, leaving her feeling disconnected. As Leo questions her life and what she truly wants, she forms an unexpected connection with Ángel, a kind newspaper editor. He helps her reconsider her ideas about love and intimacy, leading them both on a journey of self-discovery and exploring the challenges of trust and acceptance in their relationship.
7.0
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Beneath the Planet of the Apes
23.04.1970 • USA • Adventure • 95 min
Budget: $3,000,000
Box Office: $18,999,718
After a rescue mission to another planet, the only survivor arrives on a world inhabited by apes, where they discover a disturbing truth hidden beneath the surface.
6.0
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Sniper
29.01.1993 • USA • Action • 98 min
Box Office: $18,994,652
Thomas Beckett, a skilled but solitary American sniper, is sent into the Panamanian jungle to hunt insurgents threatening the region. He has a history of losing his teammates on these dangerous missions, and is now partnered with Richard Miller, another highly skilled marksman with his own background and approach. The film explores trust, loyalty, and the psychological toll of a life in military reconnaissance. Beckett and Miller must navigate the jungle, track their targets, and grapple with the moral questions of eliminating the enemy. As they journey deeper into the jungle and encounter unforeseen obstacles, their partnership is tested, revealing how connected their destinies become in this intense, action-filled story.
6.1
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The Secret Agent
23.07.2025 • Thriller • 161 min
Budget: $5,000,000
Box Office: $18,988,224
Brazil, 1977. Marcelo, a technology specialist in his early 40s, is fleeing from something. He journeys to Recife during Carnival, driven by the hope of finding his son, only to discover the city isn't the refuge he'd envisioned.
7.2
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A Frozen Flower
30.12.2008 • South Korea • Drama • 133 min
Budget: $10,000,000
Box Office: $18,980,744
This historical drama explores the bond between a king and his personal bodyguard during the Koryo dynasty.
7.1
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The Octagon
14.08.1980 • USA • Adventure • 104 min
Budget: $4,000,000
Box Office: $18,971,000
Martial arts expert Scott James is recruited as bodyguard for the wealthy Justine, who is targeted by a mysterious ninja clan. Scott's mission becomes a fight for Justine's life, complicated by the involvement of his old enemy McCarn, fueling his desire for revenge. Scott must overcome both McCarn and a relentless group of ninjas to protect Justine. He navigates a dangerous world of deceit and betrayal, constantly pursued by his enemies.
5.1
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Headhunters
26.08.2011 • Norway • Thriller • 100 min
Box Office: $18,962,444
A skilled recruiter takes a dangerous gamble to acquire a prized painting belonging to a retired soldier.
7.5
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Akeelah and the Bee
28.04.2006 • USA • Drama • 113 min
Budget: $8,000,000
Box Office: $18,948,425
Akeelah Anderson, an 11-year-old with a gift for language, enters the national spelling bee after winning her school competition. She faces skepticism from her classmates and disapproval from her mother, Tanya, but with the guidance of her teacher, Dr. Larabee, she makes it to the finals. Along the way, Akeelah discovers that winning isn't the only thing that matters.
7.4
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Kazaam
17.07.1996 • USA • Fantasy • 94 min
Budget: $20,000,000
Box Office: $18,937,262
Young Max's attempt to prank a local gang unexpectedly leads him to a hidden secret. When the gang gives chase, he flees into an abandoned warehouse and accidentally releases Kazaam, a powerful genie trapped for thousands of years. The film is about friendship and finding redemption as Max and Kazaam form an unlikely bond. The genie uses his magic to help Max deal with teenage problems and confront his enemies. This story blends humor and suspense to explore the unusual relationship between a teenager and his magical protector as they face life together. The story shows the connection between the real world and the world of genies, while also examining the impact of choices and the importance of friendship.
3.2
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A Mighty Heart
22.06.2007 • Drama • 108 min
Budget: $16,000,000
Box Office: $18,928,871
This film is based on Mariane Pearl's account of the harrowing and unforgettable story of her husband, Wall Street Journal reporter Danny Pearl, and his life and death.
6.6
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The Man Who Wasn't There
26.10.2001 • USA • Crime • 116 min
Budget: $20,000,000
Box Office: $18,918,721
In the summer of 1949, Ed Crane, a barber in a quiet California town, feels trapped. His dissatisfaction intensifies with his wife Doris' affair and the arrival of a strange opportunity that promises a way out. The story unfolds as a narrative of murder, crime, and the consequences that follow.
7.5
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The Curse of the Jade Scorpion
10.08.2001 • USA • Comedy • 103 min
Budget: $33,000,000
Box Office: $18,914,307
CW Briggs is a seasoned insurance investigator with a strong track record. Betty Ann Fitzgerald is a new hire tasked with restructuring his office. They have an immediate dislike for each other – or so they believe. While out with colleagues one evening, they attend a performance by Voltan, a magician who subtly hypnotizes them both.
6.7
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The Odd Couple II
09.04.1998 • USA • Adventure • 97 min
Box Office: $18,912,328
This comedy-drama follows Brucey and Oscar, two friends who have drifted apart, as they embark on a journey to reconnect. Brucey invites Oscar to his wedding in San Malina, California, setting off a potentially emotional road trip. Oscar agrees, and they meet at the airport for a funny reunion before driving to the wedding. Sharing memories, discussing their lives, and finding common ground, Brucey and Oscar begin to heal old hurts and rebuild their friendship. Unexpected events and humorous moments lead to honest conversations about forgiveness and understanding. The film explores family, love, and second chances through their road trip, highlighting the importance of friendship.
6.5
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Steamboy
17.07.2004 • Japan • Animation • 126 min
Budget: $26,000,000
Box Office: $18,900,000
Set in 1860s Britain, a young inventor becomes embroiled in a dangerous power struggle surrounding a groundbreaking development in steam technology.
6.8
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Untamed Heart
12.02.1993 • USA • Drama • 102 min
Box Office: $18,899,204
In a small Minnesota town, waitress Caroline survives a violent attack and is rescued by Adam, the diner's enigmatic busboy with a hidden past. As they begin a relationship, others disapprove. Caroline and Adam must overcome obstacles and personal struggles to build a life together. However, the truth about Adam’s past emerges – a health condition that tests their love and ability to understand each other. This drama explores love, redemption, and self-discovery amidst hardship.
6.8
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The Green Knight
29.07.2021 • USA • Adventure • 130 min
Budget: $15,000,000
Box Office: $18,887,953
Based on the classic Arthurian legend, The Green Knight follows Sir Gawain, the impulsive and headstrong nephew of King Arthur. He undertakes a perilous journey to meet the Green Knight, a massive figure with green skin who challenges him.
6.5
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An Officer and a Spy
30.09.2019 • France • History • 132 min
Budget: $25,300,000
Box Office: $18,878,646
In 1894, French Captain Alfred Dreyfus is wrongly convicted of treason and sentenced to life imprisonment at the Devil’s Island penal colony.
7.2
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Head Over Heels
31.12.2010 • Brazil • Comedy • 96 min
Box Office: $18,876,082
Following her husband's departure and job loss, a driven businesswoman in her thirties undergoes a significant life shift. She unexpectedly becomes a partner in a high-end adult novelty store.
5.7
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The Seventh Sign
01.04.1988 • USA • Horror • 97 min
Box Office: $18,875,011
In a quiet suburban neighborhood, a pregnant woman named Abby welcomes a mysterious new tenant to the apartment above her garage. As she gets to know him, she discovers he is a divine messenger tasked with bringing about the end of the world. He meticulously follows biblical prophecy, causing rivers to run red and unleashing devastating plagues. Abby grapples with the moral weight of his actions and questions the very nature of divinity as she navigates their unusual relationship. This unsettling drama explores faith, morality, and humanity's precarious position between salvation and destruction, blending everyday life with the supernatural.
5.8
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The Wild Soccer Bunch 4
01.02.2007 • Germany • Comedy • 110 min
Budget: $5,833,536
Box Office: $18,873,863
After defeating "The Beastly Beasts," "The Wild Soccer Bunch" has won every game, bringing them within one victory of the Freestyle Soccer Cup, known as the "Pott." Their final challenge is against the "Wolves of Ragnarök," who are far from ordinary. The wolves harbor a dark secret, and a more powerful force is at play behind them: a girl named Horizon and the mysterious "Silver Lights" emerging from the fog.
3.7
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