We are halfway through 2025, and several major films have already been released. While many more exciting movies are expected later this year, it’s time to review the biggest box office successes so far.
The top-earning movies mostly come from popular franchises and familiar intellectual properties, though a few original ideas stand out among them. The following data is sourced from IMDb’s Box Office Mojo and reflects the latest rankings at the time of publication. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Ne Zha 2 stands out as the most affordable film on this list but also ranks as the most profitable, despite being relatively unknown to many viewers.
We want to take a look at what people are watching so far, and take stock of the big winners of 2025 so far.
This overview highlights movies that balance familiar franchises with fresh concepts, reflecting audience preferences mid-year 2025.