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Highest grossing movies of all time
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The gist
Spider-Man: Brand New Day crossed $1.7 billion worldwide, becoming the fourth-highest-grossing MCU film. It now ranks among the top 10 highest-grossing movies ever, a rare feat for a superhero sequel.
Background
Spider-Man: Brand New Day, released on July 31, 2026, has quickly climbed the all-time box office charts. Within two weeks, it surpassed $1.7 billion globally, edging out Inside Out 2's $1.69 billion to enter the top 10. The film also became the highest-grossing Hollywood movie in India and the fifth highest-grossing domestic release, reflecting strong international and domestic performance.
How it unfolded
- Jul 31, 2026Spider-Man: Brand New Day is released in theaters.
- Aug 10, 2026The film becomes the highest-grossing Hollywood film in India with a cumulative $52.8 million.
- Aug 12, 2026Global haul reaches $1.672 billion, making it the 11th highest-grossing movie of all time.
- Aug 15, 2026Crosses $1.7 billion worldwide, entering the top 10 all-time and becoming the fourth-highest-grossing MCU film.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- The film's rapid climb reflects strong audience demand and effective marketing, with a $67 million third weekend showing sustained interest.
- Bulls
- With such momentum, Brand New Day could soon surpass Avatar's domestic total and potentially challenge higher-ranked films.
- Caution
- Despite the success, the film's 54% drop in its third weekend suggests a typical blockbuster trajectory, and its long-term staying power remains to be seen.