Welcome back, and it is always good to have you with us as we let you in on the wonderful world of cinema. The COVID-19 pandemic affected the movie industry in many ways, particularly in terms of the choice of release dates for the movies and the revenue generated at the box office.
Nevertheless, the pandemic has changed the situation, and the post-pandemic period has become truly remarkable: several films have earned more than one billion dollars. So, there are eight movies in total that have reached this level, and it is high time to understand what has made them so popular.
Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Release Date: December 17, 2021
Box Office Gross: $2.05 billion
Spider-Man: No Way Home stood as a revolution in post-pandemic box office results. This movie is part of the MCU and has assembled multiple versions of Spider-Man, along with a host of villains from prior Spider-Man movies. This made the film appealing and made it evoked nostalgia, appealed to audiences with action-packed scenes, and appealed to the emotions of audiences all across the world. This was boosted by the already-existing fan base of the MCU as well as the hype that comes with the backs of favorite characters.
Avatar: The Way of Water (2022)
Release Date: On the 16th of December 2022
Box Office Gross: $2.32 billion
Everyone has been waiting for that follow-up from director James Cameron, and the second part of the Avatar movie was worth it. Avatar: The Way of Water went on with the visual spectacle that the first part had created around the world.
Thanks to the innovative graphics and an additional plot that continues the story in the beautiful world of Pandora, this picture attracted viewers to the cinemas. Thus, Cameron’s concern with the advancement of technology and with the offering of an exciting spectacle contributed to the film’s box-office popularity.
Top Gun: Maverick (2022)
Release Date:27-05-2022
Box Office Gross: $1.49 billion
Top Gun had Tom Cruise reprising his famous role as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell. It was not only the fans of the first movie released in 1986 who watched this film but also the new generation through the action sequences, especially the aerial stunts and the character building of the movie. The marriage of a famous brand and spectacular action ensured that it was a record-breaker in the box office, and the examples for sequels do not have to fail.
Jurassic World Dominion (2022)
Release Date: June 10, 2022
Box Office Gross: $1.01 billion
The series “Jurassic World” did not cease to enthrall the public and fans with “Jurassic World Dominion”, which combines both the series “Jurassic Park” and “Jurassic World”. Such elements as the action scenes with dinosaurs and references to the previous films were important for the film’s success at the box office. It proved the fact that the Jurassic franchise has been loved by the audience and continues to attract people, in spite of the fact that it came out in a very competitive environment.
5. The Batman (2022)
Release Date: March 4, 2022
Box Office Gross: $1.07 billion
The Batman brought a new perspective to the superhero everyone knows and loves, with Robert Pattinson wearing the cape and cowl, something closer to a detective. Due to the special approach to the cinematic narration, the captivating plot, and the great actors, the picture became one of the leaders among the competitors. The Batman enjoyed critical success from the audience, and there was a need for a new outlook on the well-known image of the protagonist.
6. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)
Release Date: May 6, 2022
Box Office Gross: $1.03 billion
Another MCU success, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, enlarged the Marvel Universe in rather unanticipated ways. Showing audiences the multiverse, along with its visual impact and ties with other MCU narratives, was the draw. People have always been fascinated by the concept of multiverses, and this made the film one of the most anticipated films in the post-pandemic world.
7. The Flash (2023)
Release Date: June 17, 2023
Box Office Gross: $1.02 billion
The Flash brought spectators to know a new version of Barry Allen with a critical plot connected to time travel and other universes. The action scenes and fantastic visuals impressed the audience, and their success proved that people are still interested in superhero movies and are waiting for stand-alone movies with this character.
8. Mission: Impossible—Dead Reckoning Part One (2023)
Release Date: July 12, 2023
Box Office Gross: $1.06 billion
Mission: Impossible—Dead Reckoning Part One was a movie that again starred Tom Cruise and was a part of one of the most intensified series in the world of movies. It is noteworthy that breathtaking stunts, a non-simple plot, and a popular actor, Tom Cruise, helped the movie remain interesting for people across the world. It showed that people still like to watch action-packed, exciting stories that come along with action-packed big movie experiences.
These eight films show that people are ready for big experiences, even if the pandemic makes it complicated to deliver them. These movies have indeed taken people through the art of nostalgia, creativity in storytelling, or action-packed scenes.
What do you make of those box office movies? Now that I know you are a movie buff, do you have a preference for any of those or any other post-pandemic movie that blew you away? If you have any thoughts in response to this blog post, don’t hesitate to post them in the comments below.
Thank you for being with us on this cinematic experience. So, until next time, keep enjoying your movies!