Box office gold
The first six months of 2024 have seen domestic box office revenues (US and Canada) plummet by 24% compared to the same period in 2023, according to FilmTake. This has raised serious questions about the future of theatrical releases in the post-lockdown streaming-dominated era. Strike action from writers and actors has also contributed to the problem. If the domestic box office catches a cold, it tends to spread worldwide, and analysts are predicting that the global box office is also set for a significant downturn in 2024.
However, this hasn't always been the case. Using domestic box office data going back to 1977, we've ranked the 30 most successful years for cinema and identified the standout movies that helped to define them. From record-breaking blockbusters to beloved family flicks, read on to discover the top-grossing years in domestic box office history. Figures have been adjusted for inflation to give you an idea of performance in today's money.
All figures sourced from Box Office Mojo. All dollar amounts in US dollars.
Danielle McAdam
28 June 2024
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