Avatar (2009) — The Film That Redefined Box Office Records
Avatar earned over $2.9 billion worldwide, becoming the highest-grossing movie of all time after its 2009 release. Directed by James Cameron, the film introduced groundbreaking 3D and motion-capture technology...
The film won three Oscars for visual effects, cinematography, and art direction, and set new standards for large-scale cinematic world-building. Its global success was boosted by repeat viewings, strong IMAX performance, and broad international appeal. Avatar remains one of the most commercially influential films in cinema history.
Source: Box Office Mojo