Top 10 Highest-Grossing American Films of 2025 Revealed

Crowds gather near Times Square to view billboards of 2025’s top-grossing American films.

 According to the latest box office reports, A Minecraft Movie has officially claimed the top spot among the highest-grossing American films of 2025, drawing massive crowds and surpassing expectations worldwide. Produced by Warner Bros. and starring Jason Momoa, the film has earned more than $957 million globally, with $423.9 million coming from domestic audiences alone.

Following closely behind, Disney’s Lilo & Stitch remake has delivered a major success story for the studio, collecting over $1 billion globally and $423.7 million in U.S. revenue. Sources reveal that the live-action adaptation achieved record-breaking attendance during its Memorial Day weekend release, marking the biggest four-day opening in U.S. history.

Meanwhile, Superman, directed by James Gunn, continues to soar at the box office with $616 million worldwide and $354.1 million in the United States. Industry analysts confirm that this latest reboot has redefined DC’s cinematic future, launching the studio’s new chapter, Gods and Monsters, under Warner Bros. Pictures.

Universal Pictures has also maintained a strong presence with Jurassic World Rebirth, which has generated $867 million globally and $339.6 million domestically. Directed by Gareth Edwards, the film introduces Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali to the franchise, blending adventure, science fiction, and survival in a high-stakes return to the Jurassic universe.

Warner Bros. makes another major entry with Sinners, a horror drama from Ryan Coogler, featuring Michael B. Jordan in dual roles. The film, set in the 1930s Mississippi Delta, earned $367 million worldwide and has been praised for its performances and supernatural storytelling. 

Disney continues its winning streak with The Fantastic Four: First Steps, which launched the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Phase Six with a stellar $521.8 million global total. Featuring Pedro Pascal and Vanessa Kirby, the film reintroduces Marvel’s original superhero family in a 1960s-inspired world, setting the tone for upcoming MCU releases.

Universal’s How to Train Your Dragon, a live-action remake of the beloved 2010 animated classic, also proved to be a strong performer. According to media outlets, the film grossed $635.7 million worldwide, making it the highest-earning entry in the franchise’s history and one of the year’s standout box office hits.

In the midrange, Disney’s Captain America: Brave New World earned $200.5 million domestically, while Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning collected $197.4 million under Paramount. Meanwhile, Thunderbolts, another Disney release, closed the top ten list with $190.2 million, securing Marvel’s continued dominance in the superhero genre.

As confirmed earlier, the overall 2025 box office reflects a resurgence of blockbuster cinema, powered by major franchises and record-breaking releases across genres. With studios including Warner Bros., Disney, and Universal leading the charge, analysts predict even higher numbers ahead as year-end releases approach.

From superheroes to live-action remakes and original horror hits, 2025 has become a defining year for Hollywood, marking the return of global box office power — and the competition is far from over.

FAQs

Q: What are some notable Afro American movies to watch?
A: Some acclaimed Afro American (African American) films include Moonlight, Black Panther, 12 Years a Slave, Get Out, and Selma. These films explore a range of themes including identity, history, and social justice.

Q: Which American films released in 2022 earned the highest domestic box office?
A: According to reports, Top Gun: Maverick led with approximately $718.7 million domestically. Avatar: The Way of Water followed at around $684.1 million, then Black Panther: Wakanda Forever with about $453.8 million.

Q: What are some of the best action movies in Hollywood?
A: Hollywood action cinema includes titles like Mad Max: Fury Road, John Wick series, The Dark Knight, Mission: Impossible franchise, Die Hard, and Terminator 2: Judgment Day. These films are often praised for their stunts, pacing, and world-building.

Q: Can you name some Hollywood action movies released recently?
A: Recent examples include Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, Top Gun: Maverick (action + aerial), and superhero action films such as Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

Q: Are there notable Native American / American Indian movies?
A: Films featuring Native American characters or themes include Smoke Signals, Dances with Wolves, Wind River, The Revenant, Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee, and The New World. These often address cultural, historical, or land rights topics.

Q: What are the highest grossing movies of all time globally?
A: The top global earners include Avatar (approx. $2.92 billion), Avengers: Endgame (approx. $2.79 billion), and Avatar: The Way of Water (approx. $2.32 billion) among others. 

Q: What is the list of the top 50 highest-grossing films worldwide?
A: Various sources (IMDb, Box Office Mojo, editorial compilations) maintain updated lists of the top 50 all-time box office earners, including Avatar, Titanic, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Avengers films, Jurassic World, among others.

Q: Which American Hollywood movies have dominated the box office recently?
A: Recent blockbusters include Top Gun: Maverick, Avatar: The Way of Water, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Jurassic World Dominion, and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022). 

Q: Which Bollywood films are highest grossing?
A: In Bollywood, top earners include Dangal, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, RRR, PK, War, Tiger Zinda Hai, and more. Dangal was among the highest-earning Indian films worldwide. (Note: Bollywood refers to Indian Hindi-language cinema.)

Q: What were the highest grossing American films released in 2025 so far?
A: Early 2025 standout films include A Minecraft Movie, Lilo & Stitch, Superman, and Jurassic World Rebirth. These have posted strong domestic and global box office results in recent charts.

Q: Which films lead the box office in the top 10 worldwide list for 2025?
A: According to current global box office data for 2025, Lilo & Stitch and A Minecraft Movie are among the leading films.