Top Women-Centric Films That Dominated the Box Office
Women-led stories that not only strike a deep chord with viewers but also cause a stir at the box office are becoming increasingly common in the film industry. These films honor strong, nuanced female characters and show how compelling stories about women can be to audiences all around the world. These are a few of the most popular female-focused movies that have revolutionized Hollywood and shattered box office records:
1. Wonder Woman (2017)
Director: Patty Jenkins, Global box office receipts: $821 million
One of the first superhero movies with a female lead to gain widespread commercial success was Wonder Woman, directed by Patty Jenkins. This movie, which starred Gal Gadot, demonstrated to viewers the bravery, tenacity, and strength of a female superhero. Its popularity established a new benchmark and opened the door for further female-led superhero movies.
2. (2013) Frozen
Directors: Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee, Global box office receipts: $1.28 billion
Disney’s Frozen quickly became a worldwide sensation thanks to its potent themes of sisterhood and self-determination. The journey of Anna and Elsa struck a chord with viewers of all ages, and the film’s catchy score added to its popularity. The popularity of the movie showed how popular female-led animated films are around the world.
3. The 2019 film Captain Marvel
Director: Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, Global box office receipts: $1.13 billion
Brie Larson played the title role in Captain Marvel. It is Marvel’s first solo female superhero movie. By presenting a strong female lead without the necessity for a male lead, the film broke prejudices within the superhero genre. Its enormous success further demonstrated the profitability of blockbusters starring women.
4. The 2012–2015 Hunger Games series
Directors: Francis Lawrence and Gary Ross, Global box office receipts: $2.97
The Hunger Games became a global phenomenon thanks to Jennifer Lawrence’s portrayal of Katniss Everdeen. As a young lady battling for survival and justice, Katniss rose to fame in the eyes of viewers around. The franchise’s enormous box office profits demonstrated how successful dystopian, female-led movies can be.
5. The 2017 film Beauty and the Beast
Director: Bill Condon, Global box office receipts: $1.26 billion
Emma Watson played Belle in this live-action version of the beloved Disney classic, which gave the beloved character a new angle. Viewers were moved by Belle’s wit, independence, and generosity, and the movie’s successful box office performance demonstrated the timeless appeal of strong, caring female leads.
6. The 2021 film Black Widow
Director: Cate Shortland. Global box office receipts: $379 million (during the COVID-19 epidemic)
Even in a pandemic-affected box office, Scarlett Johansson’s much anticipated standalone film as Natasha Romanoff set records. Marvel Cinematic Universe viewers found resonance in Black Widow’s exploration of the character’s complicated background, which focused on themes of family, resiliency, and atonement.
7. The 2020 film Mulan
Director: Niki Caro, Global box office receipts: Over $70 million
Mulan’s tale of bravery and dignity was reimagined in this live-action version of the beloved Disney animated film. The film’s worldwide acclaim demonstrated the enduring appeal of a story that honours feminine bravery and altruism in face of obstacles, such as a pandemic breakout.
8. The 2008–2012 Twilight Saga
Director: Bill Condon, David Slade, Chris Weitz, and Catherine Hardwicke, Global box office receipts: $3.34 billion
Whether you like it or not, there is no denying that The Twilight Saga broke box office records. Kristen Stewart’s portrayal of Bella Swan in the romantic fantasy series enthralled millions of viewers and proved the commercial viability of a female-led narrative with a preponderance of female fans.
9. The 2014 film Maleficent
Director: Robert Stromberg, Global box office receipts: $758 million
The Sleeping Beauty story gained fresh life because to Angelina Jolie’s portrayal of the misunderstood villain Maleficent. This female-led, redesigned storyline proved to be a box office hit and demonstrated the fascination of multi-layered, multifaceted female characters in fantasy movies.
10. (2016) Hidden Figures
Director: Theodore Melfi, Global box office receipts: $236 million
Three African-American women mathematicians who were instrumental at NASA during the Space Race are the subject of the film Hidden Figures. The film, which starred Janelle Monáe, Octavia Spencer, and Taraji P. Henson, was a critical and financial success and demonstrated the impact of historically significant women’s experiences.
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