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The rivalry between the cinematic giants Avatar and Avengers: Endgame stands out as one of the most iconic battles in Hollywood box office history. The two movies represent powerful yet contrasting approaches to blockbuster filmmaking. Avatar is favored by audiences for its groundbreaking use of technology to create surreal visual effects and a whole new world. On the other hand, Endgame thrives on the culmination of years of gripping storytelling that the franchise’s previous movies had established.
They were released a decade apart. However, both broke box office records and sparked a real battle to be the highest-grossing movie of all time. Here’s an overview of how close the battle actually turned out to be.
Avatar: The Original Box Office Phenomenon
- Worldwide Gross: ~$2.92 billion
- Release Date: December 18, 2009
- Director: James Cameron
- Where to Stream (USA): Disney+ | Rent/Buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
The film was released in 2009 and directed by the brilliant James Cameron. Avatar revolutionized the cinematic world with cutting-edge 3D technology and immersive visual storytelling.
The story follows Jake Sully, a paraplegic former Marine, who becomes part of the Na’vi people of the planet Pandora by using an avatar body. As he learns about their culture, he is forced to choose between the human colonizer force he came with and the indigenous people of Pandora. The main cast includes Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, and Stephen Lang.
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The film captivated global audiences through its environmental themes, emotional depth, and cinematic spectacle. Set in the alien world of Pandora, the unique cinematic experience made it the highest-grossing film of all time. The worldwide appeal and massive repeat viewing have added to its financial success. The movie has earned a gigantic worldwide gross collection of $2.92 billion, according to Box Office Mojo.
Avengers: Endgame’s Historic Rise
- Worldwide Gross: ~$2.79 billion
- Release Date: April 26, 2019
- Director: Anthony Russo & Joe Russo
- Where to Stream (USA): Disney+ | Rent/Buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
The film Avengers: Endgame was produced by Marvel Studios and released in 2019. It stormed the theaters as the most-awaited grand finale to Marvel’s decade-long Infinity Saga.
The storyline picks up after the shocking events in Infinity War, following the surviving Avengers as they make efforts to undo Thanos’ universe-altering snap through time travel. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo, Jeremy Renner, and Josh Brolin.
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The film, directed by the Russo brothers, delivered emotional payoffs, fantastic action, and some iconic fan moments. Due to its massive fan base, Endgame shattered all opening-weekend records and briefly dethroned Avatar as the highest-grossing film in terms of opening-weekend collections. The film’s global gross earnings are $2.79 billion, which falls just short of Avatar’s total collection. However, Endgame still occupies the second place in the list of highest-grossing movies of all time.
Legacy Beyond Numbers
Avengers: Endgame represents the pinnacle of franchise-driven storytelling. On the other hand, Avatar embodies innovation and original world-building. These films collectively define modern box office success, demonstrating that different genres can reign supreme in their own unique ways.
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