Brilio.net/en - Its official that Star Wars: The Force Awaken has been the highest grossing film ever in the US. As quoted from The Hollywood Reporter (6/1), J.J. Abrams new blockbuster grossed $8 million on Tuesday to bring its domestic total to $758,2 million. This record was achieved after only 20 days in release. Wow!
It has successfully surpassed Avatars record of $750 million, which it earned during its seven-month released.
Photo:The Hollywood Reporter
Moreover, this movie also holds numerous records for biggest domestic opening ($247.9 million), biggest global debut ($529 million), fastest film to reach $100 million (24 hours), $200 million (three days), $300 million (five days), $400 million (eight days), $500 million (10 days), $600 million (12 days), and $700 (16 days).
We are proud of these records, but know that they would not be possible without fans enthusiasm and continued support. We feel it here and it drives us every day, and it will continue to in the very bright future ofStar Wars. There has indeed been an awakening and its all thanks to you, starwars.com said in a special message posted on their official website.
So far, there are just two movies which have earned $700 million or more in North America: Avatar and The Force Awakens.