We're about halfway through 2025, and several major movies have already been released. While many exciting films are expected in the second half of the year, here is a look at the highest-earning movies so far.
The list mainly includes big franchises and well-known intellectual properties, with a few new ideas mixed in. The data is sourced from IMDb’s Box Office Mojo and is current at the time of publishing, with updates anticipated as things change.
Ne Zha 2 stands out as both the least expensive and the most profitable film on this list.
Ne Zha 2 is one of the biggest movies you’ve likely never heard of.
With impressive international success and a strong rating, Ne Zha 2 exemplifies the surprising yet expected nature of 2025’s box office winners—large franchises dominate, but fresh stories also find great success.
More details and rankings will be updated as the year progresses to reflect the latest box office results.
Author's summary: In 2025, blockbuster franchises lead the box office, but films like Ne Zha 2 show fresh ideas can also achieve extraordinary global success.