You Won’t Believe Which 10 Upcoming Movies Are Absolutely Crushing the Box Office!

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Despite the unpredictability of life, the box office performance can exhibit a certain level of predictability, as many forthcoming movies are likely to rake in hundreds of millions at their debuts. The box office revenue for films serves as a useful indicator of theater and cinematic industry health. As new titles hit the screens, the income they generate is accumulated to gauge a movie’s success.

In some cases, a film that generates $200 million may still be considered a flop financially for the studios due to production and marketing costs. Conversely, a movie with a $100 million budget could become incredibly successful. Here, we’re focusing on the true box office giants that rake in hundreds of millions, and the budget is less critical because it demonstrates the film’s widespread appeal instead.

10. Jurassic World Rebirth

Kicking things off, I’m super excited about “Jurassic World: Rebirth”! The Jurassic Park series is undoubtedly one of the most iconic and financially successful franchises in cinema history. The original movie, which hit screens back in 1993, made nearly a billion dollars right off the bat (as per Box Office Mojo), and with multiple re-runs over the years, that figure has now surpassed $1.1 billion!

Considering the entire franchise, it’s clear that the Jurassic Park series has been incredibly successful, with four out of six films surpassing the billion-dollar mark (according to The Numbers). Jurassic World Rebirth seems to be in distinguished company, yet it faces the challenge of following a decreasing trend – the last three movies have made less than their predecessors. However, even if it only approaches the earnings of the last movie in the series, Jurassic World: Dominion, it’s still projected to earn nearly a billion dollars at the box office.

9. The Fantastic Four: First Steps

Moving forward, Marvel has experienced a mix of highs and lows in the more recent period. Although the colossal franchise enjoyed a streak of success with blockbuster after blockbuster raking in a billion dollars, and occasionally even nearing $3 billion, the Multiverse Saga hasn’t been as consistent. Nevertheless, the movies generating the most excitement have still managed to gross over a billion dollars. These include Deadpool & Wolverine, and Spider-Man: No Way Home (as reported by The Numbers)).

In essence, “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” serves as an important milestone within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), as it’s expected to introduce Marvel’s founding family, and potentially give fans their first glimpse of Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom. This suggests that the film is likely to generate a massive box office success, with the potential to surpass even the billion-dollar mark.

8. Superman

Currently, the DC Universe (DCU) finds itself in a somewhat vulnerable position. Over the course of the DCEU, or the precursor to Warner Bros.’s new dedicated DC Studios franchise, DC’s superhero films have been struggling. But with the DCEU now defunct, James Gunn stepping up to direct and establish a unified vision for his interconnected comic book universe, and Superman set to debut as the initial character defining the tone for this franchise, there’s a strong possibility that Superman could become a blockbuster success at the box office.

Furthermore, it’s reinforced by the observation that Superman might be the most beloved superhero in existence. Previously, Superman has shown himself to be a character that global fans can connect with deeply. The prospect of watching a fresh portrayal of this icon on the big screen in 2025 is an occasion not to be overlooked. Given the high stakes associated with this film, it’s crucial for its success, but given Superman’s immense potential, he could very well turn those aspirations into a fulfilling reality.

7. Avatar: Fire & Ash

James Cameron is a pioneering director who has personally directed and produced the films that hold the record as the highest-earning movies of all time. Not just among the top five or even the top movie, but literally the highest-grossing ever made. In 1997, when he unveiled Titanic, it swiftly claimed the title of the highest-grossing film ever, a position it held for over a decade. However, in 2009, this record was surpassed by a newly released movie.

It’s worth noting that James Cameron was also responsible for the creation of this movie. As a result, Avatar maintained its reign at the box office for another decade, until Avengers: Endgame edged it out narrowly. However, with a clever re-release before the sequel, Avatar has once again claimed the top spot and is poised to become the first film ever to earn $3 billion. Predictions suggest that the third installment in the series might not quite reach the same heights as the sequel, but it’s still projected to earn a substantial sum, well into the high $2 billion range (as reported by The Numbers).

6. Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning

Tom Cruise consistently ranks among the most financially successful actors in film history. His films typically earn hundreds of millions, and this was recently underscored by the staggering $1.5 billion gross of the highly anticipated sequel to “Top Gun” (according to Box Office Mojo). This unquestionably establishes him as a powerful force in action movies.

2025 finds me wrapping up my iconic, cherished “Mission Impossible” franchise with “Mission Impossible – The Final Reckoning”. This swan song boasts the largest budget in the series (as reported by “The Numbers”), but it’s more than just a financial milestone. It’s a career achievement, promising edge-of-your-seat action that redefines death-defying stunts. Get ready for a blockbuster that’s likely to break box office records!

5. Zootopia 2

Disney is undeniably among the world’s most prosperous film studios, consistently incorporating animated movies into their lineup since its inception. Among their multitude of successful series and standalone films, only a handful have reached the heights of financial success that Zootopia did (as reported by Box Office Mojo)).

In 2016, the initial release of the film brought in a substantial amount of money, much like many other Disney animated series where follow-up films tend to generate more revenue at the box office compared to their predecessors. This is surprising given the extended gap between sequels, and it seems highly likely that the upcoming Zootopia movie will either match or surpass the earnings of the original one.

4. Wicked: For Good

Predicting the trend for live-action films isn’t always simple. Some franchises grow their earnings with each new installment, while others begin to decline. Nevertheless, it’s safe to say that the sequel to John M. Chu’s remarkable stage-to-screen adaptation of Wicked is expected to gross more than $500 million.

Initially premiered in 2024, the movie raked in over $750 million at the box office (according to Box Office Mojo), accompanied by outstanding positive critic reviews. This combination could broaden its viewership and fanbase during the gap between the first and second installments, possibly making the sequel surpass the original’s success. Additionally, it will not face competition for screen time with Gladiator 2, which made around $500 million on its release day (also reported by Box Office Mojo).

3. The Super Mario Bros. Movie 2

2023 saw me witnessing an unprecedented spectacle as I watched “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” break box office records, making it the most lucrative video game adaptation ever. To put this into perspective, the movie alone earned more than what the entire trilogy of “Sonic the Hedgehog” films managed to gather. With a sequel now in development, I can’t help but anticipate the massive draw these iconic Nintendo characters will have, and the potential for them to surpass the billion-dollar mark at the box office.

It seems highly likely that this film will be successful given its popular franchise, favorable reviews, and appeal to both children and adults. Despite a possible drop compared to the previous release’s box office total, the overall anticipation suggests a promising outcome.

2. Avengers: Doomsday

Moving on to the topic of superhero films, “Avengers: Doomsday” is the latest Avengers film produced by the MCU since 2019, following “Avengers: Endgame”. The movies “Avengers: Infinity War” and “Avengers: Endgame” grossed more than $2 billion each, making them some of the most financially successful films to come from Marvel Studios, with their crossover nature being a key factor in their massive success.

Include the information that Robert Downey Jr., known for his role as Iron Man before, is set to portray Doctor Doom in the upcoming release. Given its high likelihood of a massive box office success due to factors like the previous films’ impressive earnings, and the timely release of some highly-anticipated Marvel Cinematic Universe movies around it, it seems probable that this film will meet or even surpass expectations.

1. The Odyssey

Ultimately, “The Odyssey” denotes Christopher Nolan’s newest grand production. Known for his visionary approach, Nolan’s films have garnered universal acclaim, honors, and significant financial success. His latest venture, titled “Oppenheimer“, which is a historical biopic, almost reached the billion-dollar mark at the box office, even though it premiered on the same day as “Barbie“.

Nolan brings back an impressive cast for his latest film, based on one of history’s most renowned tales. With such potential, it’s expected to gross hundreds of millions, possibly even surpassing the billion-dollar mark. Interestingly, it’s set to premiere a month before Spider-Man 4, also starring Tom Holland. Previous trends indicate that this release timing could generate even more excitement among moviegoers. Consequently, it seems that The Odyssey is poised to be another massive hit at the cinema box office.

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2025-04-20 18:49