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.

10901
The Funeral
26.01.1996 • USA • Crime • 99 min
Budget: $12,500,000
Box Office: $1,227,324
Following the death of a loved one, a family of criminals decides to seek revenge, leading them down a dangerous path filled with emotional struggles and unexpected turns. The story explores the difficult bonds of family and loyalty when faced with violence and loss, and the destructive pattern of revenge. As they pursue retribution through a world of deceit, each family member confronts their own inner conflicts, revealing hidden aspects of themselves and long-held secrets. A tense atmosphere pervades the film, underscored by a sense of sadness that highlights the true cost of seeking vengeance.
6.6
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10902
Tamako Love Story
26.04.2014 • Japan • Romance • 83 min
Box Office: $1,226,623
Tamako balances her family's rice-cake business with the school baton club, leaving little room for romance. She's unaware of her childhood friend Mochizo's feelings for her, a secret known to everyone else. As graduation approaches and Mochizo prepares to move to Tokyo, will Tamako finally understand her own feelings and express them before he leaves?
7.1
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10903
The Third Man
01.09.1949 • United Kingdom • Thriller • 105 min
Box Office: $1,226,098
In post-war Vienna, writer Holly Martins travels to find his friend Harry Lime, only to discover Harry is dead. Alone and confused, Holly begins investigating the circumstances of Harry's death, suspecting a mysterious "third man" is involved. His investigation clashes with Major Calloway, a British officer also looking into Harry's death. Along the way, Holly develops a relationship with Anna, a woman grieving Harry's loss. As Holly pursues the truth about Harry and the elusive third man, he uncovers a dangerous network of lies and secrets that challenges his understanding of his friend.
8.1
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10904
Elementary
04.01.2017 • France • Drama • 105 min
Box Office: $1,225,280
Florence is a dedicated schoolteacher deeply committed to her students. Her life changes when she meets Sacha, a troubled child, and she becomes determined to help him, even at the expense of her own family and personal well-being. This dedication leads her to question her career and discover that learning is a lifelong process.
6.6
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10905
Alexandra's Project
16.05.2003 • Mystery • 103 min
Budget: $2,000,000
Box Office: $1,224,975
Steve enjoys a comfortable life: a successful career, a happy family, a lovely home, and a devoted wife. But on his birthday, he returns home to find it empty and eerily dark. Many lightbulbs are missing, and exits are blocked. A videotape awaits him. The tape reveals a disturbing recording of his wife detailing her resentment towards him, explaining her departure with the children, and outlining her elaborate revenge for his past mistreatment.
6.5
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10906
Patty Hearst
23.09.1988 • Drama • 108 min
Box Office: $1,223,326
This true story unfolds during the 1970s American Revolution, following Patty Hearst, a young woman from a wealthy family. After being kidnapped by a radical group, her life is dramatically altered. As time passes, Patty's feelings towards her captors evolve, and she begins to question her past. Her journey of self-discovery leads her to actively participate in the group's cause, sparking a major scandal in the United States and making her a significant figure in popular culture.
6.3
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10907
Too Old for Fairy Tales
18.03.2022 • Poland • Family • 103 min
Box Office: $1,223,135
Waldek's world of computer games is upended when his mother is away. While she's gone, his mother is cared for by an eccentric and unpredictable aunt who introduces a strict routine and new responsibilities – a stark contrast to Waldek's life. Though this unusual caregiver subjects him to a demanding experience, Waldek learns a profoundly important lesson about life from her.
6.2
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10908
Red Dust
22.10.1932 • USA • Romance • 83 min
Budget: $408,000
Box Office: $1,223,000
On a rubber plantation in Cochinchina, Dennis's life changes when Vantine, a woman hiding from her past in Saigon, enters his world. Dennis becomes drawn to a new surveyor and his wife, adding complexity to his relationships. The film explores passion, betrayal, and the repercussions of escaping one's history. Set in a remote, exotic location, it reveals how unexpected love blossoms and secrets become difficult to conceal. Amidst lush scenery and emotional journeys, the story creates a compelling atmosphere that captivates the audience.
7.2
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10909
Four Letters of Love
18.07.2025 • Romance • 110 min
Box Office: $1,222,233
Nicholas and Isabel are destined to be together, but will they ever realize it? As ghosts, they are drawn to each other by fate and the strength of their love, while the living world struggles to keep them apart.
6.0
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10910
Seraphim Falls
26.01.2007 • USA • Western • 115 min
Budget: $18,000,000
Box Office: $1,220,058
Following the end of the Civil War, Colonel Morsman Carver is determined to find and kill Gideon. This relentless chase carries them across harsh landscapes – from snowy mountains to dry deserts – far from society and into a deeply personal struggle.
6.6
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10911
The Inheritance
21.02.2003 • Drama • 116 min
Box Office: $1,219,595
Christoffer, a young Dane, enjoys a happy life with his wife Maria in Stockholm. The death of his father prompts his mother to ask him to take over the failing family business. He struggles to balance his personal happiness with his obligation to his family and its legacy. Choosing to manage the company leads to a decline in his personal life and self-worth.
7.2
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10912
The Alpinist
07.02.2021 • Documentary • 93 min
Box Office: $1,218,734
Marc-André Leclerc, a remarkable climber, considers solo climbing his life's devotion and ice his natural environment. Filmmaker Peter Mortimer documents Leclerc by waiting at the foot of a cliff in British Columbia for him to descend, then asking him questions. Uncomfortable with the attention, Marc-André prefers the solitude of his tent in the forest with his girlfriend, Brette Harrington. Throughout the winter, Peter films breathtaking solo climbs on precarious ice, often struggling to coordinate with Leclerc, who seems indifferent to being filmed, stating, "For me, it wouldn't be a solo if there was someone else." Leclerc embodies the ideal of the modern mountaineer, according to Barry Blanchard, Alex Honnold, and Reinhold Messner, who are interviewed in the film. It’s an unforgettable portrait of an exceptional individual.
7.9
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10913
How to Have Sex
02.11.2023 • United Kingdom • Drama • 91 min
Box Office: $1,216,642
Three British teenagers embark on a summer holiday meant to be unforgettable: filled with drinking, clubs, and new experiences. It's supposed to be the best summer of their lives.
6.4
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10914
Certain Women
25.09.2016 • USA • Drama • 107 min
Budget: $2,000,000
Box Office: $1,215,691
In the American Northwest, three independent women navigate life's challenges. A lawyer struggles to manage a difficult client. A wife and mother's ambitious home-building project exposes problems in her marriage. And a solitary ranch hand develops a complex relationship with a young law student.
6.4
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10915
King of the Hill
20.08.1993 • USA • Drama • 103 min
Budget: $8,000,000
Box Office: $1,214,231
This film tells the story of a young boy growing up in Depression-era St. Louis. Based on a true story by A. E. Hotchner, it follows a resourceful child who learns to be self-sufficient when his mother falls ill with tuberculosis and his father, a German immigrant traveling for work, is often away. The movie explores themes of survival, independence, and resilience in the face of hardship during a difficult time in American history.
7.3
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10916
The General
01.05.1998 • Crime • 124 min
Box Office: $1,214,198
In Dublin's rough underbelly, Martin Cahill, a compelling and mysterious criminal, becomes an unlikely folk hero. Famous for his bold robberies that gripped the country, Cahill and his unusual team pull off two daring heists during Ireland's unstable political times. But their fame attracts unwanted attention from both the police and rival paramilitary groups like the IRA and U.V.F., who view him as a challenge to their power. Meanwhile, loyalty within Cahill’s gang weakens, sparking dangerous betrayals. This intense story explores the complicated nature of a man struggling with his own desires while facing those determined to destroy him.
7.2
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10917
The Two Deaths of Quincas Wateryell
21.05.2010 • Brazil • Comedy • 104 min
Box Office: $1,212,639
Following the death of their friend Quincas, his companions take his body on a final journey to the places he held most dear in Bahia, Brazil.
6.3
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10918
Clandestine Childhood
16.09.2012 • Drama • 112 min
Budget: $1,009,653
Box Office: $1,212,354
Juan lives in hiding, like his mother, father, and uncle Beto, all known by different names outside their home. At school, Juan is called Ernesto. He meets María, who goes by just one name. Inspired by true events in 1979 Argentina, this film is a story about love.
7.0
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10919
The Conductor
25.10.2018 • Netherlands • Drama • 137 min
Budget: $6,000,000
Box Office: $1,211,394
America, 1926: Willy Wolters, 24, immigrated to the US with her parents as a child. She aspires to be a train conductor, a dream dismissed by everyone around her. Little does she know, she is destined to become Antonia Brico.
7.3
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10920
The Thin Blue Line
28.08.1988 • USA • Crime • 103 min
Box Office: $1,209,846
Documentarian Errol Morris uses detailed re-enactments to explore the difficult events following the murder of a Dallas police officer. He reconstructs the crime scene and investigation to examine the complicated mix of truth, deception, and emotions involved in such a tragedy. Combining cinematic storytelling with investigative journalism, Morris creates a compelling narrative that reveals the human side of the story behind the news. The film examines themes of justice, trust, and loyalty, while also highlighting the difficulties faced by law enforcement today.
7.9
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10921
Dirty Sanchez: The Movie
22.09.2006 • Comedy • 96 min
Box Office: $1,208,708
Dirty Sanchez, the Welsh stunt performers, are making a movie. The story follows the premise that the Devil, aware of their daredevil reputation, challenges them to perform stunts inspired by the Seven Deadly Sins. Failure means eternal damnation.
6.0
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10922
The Way He Looks
10.04.2014 • Brazil • Drama • 96 min
Box Office: $1,207,841
Leonardo, a blind teenager, struggles for independence under his mother's watchful eye. His best friend, Giovana, is disappointed he's planning an exchange program overseas. The arrival of Gabriel, a new student, stirs unexpected emotions in Leonardo, causing him to reconsider his plans.
7.9
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10923
Supercop 2
21.10.1993 • Hong Kong • Action • 101 min
Budget: $1,000,000
Box Office: $1,207,130
In Hong Kong, a surge of crime threatens the city. Police officer Jessica Yang is tasked with leading the effort to stop a notorious gang of thieves. She discovers her boyfriend, recently dismissed from the police, is the gang's ruthless leader. The film examines loyalty, trust, and the conflict between love and duty as Jessica struggles with her divided loyalties. Against a backdrop of urban chaos, the story explores the complexities of relationships and the sacrifices people make for what they believe is right. As Jessica’s career and personal life collide, the film takes viewers on an emotional journey, challenging their own ideas of loyalty and conviction.
6.1
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10924
Vivacious Lady
13.05.1938 • USA • Comedy • 90 min
Budget: $703,000
Box Office: $1,206,000
A quiet botany professor's calm life is upended when he falls for a charismatic nightclub singer. They secretly marry, sparking changes that affect both their lives and unexpectedly connect them. The film is about finding unexpected connections, accepting change, and having the strength to be yourself, set against the lively backdrop of college town life. As they build their relationship, they discover a deep appreciation for each other's passions, inspiring others to pursue their own unique lives.
7.1
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10925
The Cat o' Nine Tails
12.02.1971 • Italy • Horror • 112 min
Budget: $1,000,000
Box Office: $1,204,739
A determined journalist teams up with a blind man with a remarkable talent for puzzles to expose a dangerous scheme linked to a leading genetic research center. Their investigation reveals that the truth is far more perilous than they imagined. Driven by their wits and complementary abilities, they face escalating threats as they seek answers. The film explores themes of trust, resilience, and pushing boundaries while uncovering a disturbing conspiracy with serious implications.
6.6
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Gambit
25.04.2012 • USA • Comedy • 89 min
Box Office: $1,203,942
A museum curator plots revenge against his abusive boss by tricking him into purchasing a counterfeit Monet. His scheme unexpectedly involves enlisting the aid of a quirky and unpredictable Texas rodeo queen.
5.7
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10927
Oh, Ramona!
14.02.2019 • Romania • Comedy • 109 min
Budget: $2,800,000
Box Office: $1,200,582
Ramona seeks to guide Andrew from adolescence into adulthood, exploring his first love – a story of youthful innocence and selflessness – alongside a second, more passionate and consuming romance that leaves him torn between choices.
4.8
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10928
Boy A
23.07.2008 • United Kingdom • Crime • 106 min
Box Office: $1,200,398
After serving time in juvenile detention for killing a child, Jack Burridge gets a job as a delivery driver and starts a relationship with a co-worker, Michelle. While making deliveries, he helps a lost girl find her family and becomes a local hero. However, when a newspaper publishes his past, Jack faces the outrage of people who are afraid for their children's safety.
7.5
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10929
Mektoub, My Love: Canto Uno
21.03.2018 • France • Romance • 181 min
Box Office: $1,200,387
Amin, a screenwriter hoping to make it in Paris, spends the summer reconnecting with family and old friends in Sète, on the South of France coast. He hangs out with his cousin Tony and his best friend Ophélie, moving between his parents' Tunisian restaurant, local bars, and the beaches filled with vacationing women.
6.5
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10930
Wasteman
20.02.2026 • United Kingdom • Crime • 91 min
Box Office: $1,200,343
After being released on parole, Taylor’s plans for a new life are complicated when his former cellmate, Dee, returns. As Dee mentors Taylor, a violent incident challenges their relationship, leaving Taylor to decide whether to defend Dee or prioritize his release.
7.2
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10931
Joyland
18.11.2022 • Romance • 127 min
Box Office: $1,200,000
In a family where sons are highly valued, the youngest son secretly joins an erotic dance theater and develops feelings for the theater's transgender star.
7.6
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10932
God's Not Dead: We The People
04.10.2021 • USA • Drama • 91 min
Budget: $5,000,000
Box Office: $1,200,000
Reverend Dave and a group of Christian homeschooling families face scrutiny when local government officials conduct an inspection. He must defend them.
4.4
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10933
Anna
13.10.2013 • Thriller • 99 min
Budget: $4,357,373
Box Office: $1,200,000
A man who can access people's memories is hired to investigate a complex case: a gifted but troubled sixteen-year-old girl. He must delve into her past to decide if her behavior stems from a personality disorder or the result of traumatic experiences.
6.4
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10934
Stranger by the Lake
12.06.2013 • France • Drama • 100 min
Budget: $1,400,000
Box Office: $1,200,000
During a summer spent searching for connection at a busy lakeside spot in the French countryside, Frank encounters Michel. Michel is attractive and enigmatic, and Frank quickly becomes deeply in love with him.
6.9
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10935
Destiny Turns on the Radio
28.04.1995 • USA • Crime • 103 min
Box Office: $1,200,000
Johnny Destiny speeds into Las Vegas in his Plymouth RoadRunner, a reflection of his impulsive nature. He stops to help a stranger stranded in the desert, unaware that nothing in the city is as it appears. Strange electrical events create an unsettling atmosphere as the stranger, recently released from prison, aims to retrieve stolen money from a past bank robbery and reunite with his love. But fate seems to repeatedly thwart his efforts. Is this all planned, or is Johnny Destiny creating his own complicated story?
4.6
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10936
Five Graves to Cairo
26.05.1943 • USA • War • 96 min
Budget: $855,000
Box Office: $1,200,000
A British soldier, abandoned and hunted by Rommel's troops in the Egyptian desert, finds refuge at a remote, struggling oasis hotel. He assumes the identity of a recently deceased waiter, integrating himself into the lives of the staff and guests. The owner, a kind man facing his own problems, welcomes him, though a French chambermaid is wary, fearing the impending arrival of German forces will endanger them all. The soldier navigates a dangerous game of survival and deception, forming unexpected connections while hiding from the enemy. The story explores themes of identity, loyalty, and human connection against the backdrop of war's harsh realities, following the survivor's journey through perilous circumstances.
7.3
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10937
Get Real
16.08.1998 • United Kingdom • Drama • 111 min
Budget: $1,200,000
Box Office: $1,200,000
Steven, a teenager, longs to connect with John, the school's popular athlete, while grappling with his own hidden feelings about his sexuality. He confides in his best friend, Linda, as he tries to understand himself. A chance meeting leads Steven to question John's sexuality, which seems at odds with his public image as a typical all-star athlete. An unexpected romantic connection develops between them, creating a complicated situation where they must confront their identities and the potential consequences of revealing their feelings to the world. The film examines identity, self-acceptance, and the courage needed to stay true to oneself amidst societal pressures, set against a backdrop of first love, athletic ambition, and the difficulties of growing up.
7.5
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10938
Excessive Force
14.05.1993 • USA • Action • 87 min
Budget: $3,000,000
Box Office: $1,200,000
Chicago police officer Terry McCain relentlessly pursues notorious mobster Sal DiMarco, frustrated by DiMarco’s repeated acquittals. During a drug sale surveillance, a gunfight erupts with unforeseen results. Amidst the chaos, $3 million belonging to DiMarco vanishes, and suspicion turns to Terry. DiMarco's men then kidnap Terry's brother Dylan and his partner Frankie Hawkins. Forced to fight back, Terry navigates a dangerous world of violence and corruption to rescue them and deliver justice.
5.4
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10939
Possession
27.05.1981 • France • Horror • 124 min
Budget: $2,400,000
Box Office: $1,200,000
A young woman's sudden disappearance triggers a chain of events revealing hidden secrets, betrayals, and strange happenings. Her husband sets out to find her, initially believing a love affair is to blame. But as he follows her into unfamiliar places, he discovers unsettling behaviors and inexplicable events, hinting at something far more sinister. This story examines love, loyalty, and the unforeseen turns life can take when confronted with the unknown.
7.2
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10940
The Innocents
24.11.1961 • Horror • 100 min
Budget: $430,000
Box Office: $1,200,000
A young governess takes a job caring for two bright children at a remote, grand estate. She starts to suspect the peaceful household hides dark secrets. Strange things happen, and she believes malevolent spirits haunt the house, possibly tormenting the children. Fear clouds her judgment as she tries to protect them from this unseen danger, confronting the unsettling possibility that the greatest threats can come from within.
7.7
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10941
Sullivan's Travels
30.11.1941 • USA • Comedy • 91 min
Budget: $700,000
Box Office: $1,200,000
Renowned director John L. Sullivan seeks inspiration by immersing himself in hardship, disguising himself as a hobo and traveling the country. He meets a woman who joins him on his journey, but their connection is brief. Sullivan's search for authentic experience takes a dangerous turn when he loses his memory and is wrongly imprisoned. The film explores his quest for truth and self-discovery as reality and fiction begin to merge in his pursuit of a compelling story.
7.9
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10942
December Boys
14.09.2007 • Drama • 105 min
Budget: $4,000,000
Box Office: $1,200,000
For years, four teenage orphans at an Australian outback convent have watched their younger brothers find families, and fear they will never be adopted themselves. The Reverend Mother sends them on a seaside vacation, where they encounter Teresa and Fearless, a couple who seem like ideal parents. The boys then compete with each other to win Teresa and Fearless's affection and be chosen as their adopted children.
6.5
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10943
Paths of Glory
25.10.1957 • USA • War • 88 min
Budget: $935,000
Box Office: $1,200,000
During World War I in 1916, a veteran officer confronts a difficult choice. He must defend three soldiers unfairly blamed for a disastrous attack within the French Army as their trial begins. The proceedings force him to grapple with loyalty to his superiors and his own sense of justice. The film explores themes of leadership, bravery, and sacrifice amidst the war's harsh realities. It’s a gripping story about the complexities of conflict and its impact on individuals during a critical period.
8.4
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10944
Pieces
23.08.1982 • Spain • Horror • 85 min
Box Office: $1,198,346
A weary Boston detective battles personal struggles while hunting a brutal serial killer. The killer preys on young female students at a university, leaving horrific victims and a campus gripped by fear. As the detective investigates the killer's motives, he confronts unsettling truths about himself and his past. The investigation isolates him, testing his resolve. The film explores guilt, redemption, and the darkness within people, set against a city consumed by fear. Tension mounts as the detective closes in on the killer, forcing him to face his inner demons and past failures. This intense crime drama is a harrowing look at human darkness, featuring a dangerous game of cat and mouse between a troubled detective and a psychopathic killer.
6.0
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10945
The Affair of the Necklace
30.11.2001 • USA • Drama • 118 min
Budget: $30,000,000
Box Office: $1,198,113
In pre-Revolutionary France, a young woman of noble birth is left with nothing as the country descends into turmoil. Determined to restore her family's honor, she plots to steal a valuable necklace.
6.0
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10946
Phantom
03.01.2013 • USA • Thriller • 99 min
Budget: $10,000,000
Box Office: $1,197,759
A haunted captain aboard a Soviet submarine must navigate a mysterious, covert mission that separates him from his family and places the world's fate in his hands.
5.9
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10947
Anon
03.05.2018 • Science Fiction • 100 min
Budget: $20,000,000
Box Office: $1,197,741
In a near-future society with no privacy – where every memory is recorded, and crime is rare – detective Sal Frieland investigates a string of unsolved murders. His investigation leads him to a young woman who seems to have vanished from the system, leaving no trace of her existence. Sal suspects this isn't the end of crime, but a new beginning. Known only as "The Girl," she must be found before Sal becomes her next target.
6.1
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10948
Scarygirl
05.10.2023 • Australia • Animation • 90 min
Box Office: $1,194,805
When darkness falls upon her world, a young girl must confront her fears and journey to a luminous city. Her mission: rescue her father from a dangerous scientist and prevent the destruction of their planet.
5.3
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10949
20,000 Species of Bees
21.04.2023 • Spain • Drama • 129 min
Budget: $2,000,000
Box Office: $1,193,593
Lucía, an eight-year-old girl navigating her transition, faces challenges as the world grapples with her identity. During the summer, she embraces her femininity while connecting with the women in her family, who also contemplate their own experiences with womanhood.
7.0
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10950
Cool as Ice
18.10.1991 • USA • Romance • 91 min
Budget: $6,000,000
Box Office: $1,193,062
In a quiet small town, Johnny, a spirited motorcyclist and musician, arrives with his band hoping for a change. While playing local gigs, Johnny meets Kathy, an intelligent and bright student who is drawn to his free-spirited nature. Their connection deepens as a hidden danger emerges in the town. Years before, Kathy's father went into the Witness Protection Program to escape two corrupt police officers who wanted a lot of money. Now, after years of hiding, the officers are closing in on him. As tension and danger build, Johnny and Kathy find themselves drawn together in a story about love and fighting for survival.
3.0
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