11 Highest-Grossing Movies of 2025 (So Far)
Halfway through 2025, the global box office has already seen several major releases dominate theaters. While many anticipated titles are still on the horizon, the first half of the year has offered both predictable blockbusters and a few unexpected hits.
All financial data is sourced from IMDb’s Box Office Mojo and was accurate at the time of publication. Rankings will be updated as new information becomes available.
Top Performer: Ne Zha 2
- Release Date: January 29, 2025
- Budget: USD 80,000,000
- Domestic Earnings: USD 23,322,209
- International Earnings: USD 1,879,015,124
- Worldwide Earnings: USD 11,902,337,333
- IMDb Rating: 8.0
"Simultaneously the cheapest film to produce on this list, as well as the most profitable, Ne Zha 2 is one of the biggest movies you’ve likely never heard of."
Despite its relatively low budget, Ne Zha 2 became a box office phenomenon, earning billions worldwide and outperforming many established franchises. Its success demonstrates the growing global appetite for innovative storytelling and fresh cinematic voices.
Author’s Summary
In mid-2025, big franchises lead the box office, yet sleeper hits like Ne Zha 2 prove originality can still triumph in a blockbuster-driven market.
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