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The box office was driven by blockbuster franchises, nostalgic favorites and even video game adaptations. So, grab your popcorn and soda, because The Hollywood Reporter is looking back at the top five films at the domestic box office in 2025.

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00:00The box office was driven by blockbuster franchises, nostalgic favorites, and even
00:05video game adaptations. So grab your buttered popcorn and a cold soda, because we're looking
00:10back at the top five films at the domestic box office in 2025. The wonderful wizard of Oz.
00:17No one believed in you more than I did.
00:22Elphaba, they're coming for you. Starting at number five, we have Wicked for Good,
00:28the second chapter of Universal's two-part adaptation of the hit Broadway musical. The
00:33film garnered repeat viewers and musical fans throughout the year, closing out its run with
00:38a domestic gross of $313 million.
00:58Following up at number four, we have Jurassic World Rebirth, which marked a new chapter for
01:04the long-running dinosaur franchise. The film roared to approximately $339 million at the
01:09domestic box office, proving that there's still an appetite for dinosaurs, especially when paired
01:13with an updated storyline and a refreshed cast. Who knew that Jonathan Bailey would be taking over
01:18the box office this year with his slutty little glasses?
01:34Flying in at number three is Superman, which signaled a major reset for DC on the big screen.
01:39The superhero film earned an estimated $354 million at the box office, which showcased
01:44a strong interest in a reimagined Man of Steel with David Cornswet, as well as the studio's
01:49evolving cinematic universe.
01:51Hana means family.
01:52Family means nobody gets left behind.
01:54More forgotten.
01:56I...
01:57Taking the number two spot, we have the Lilo and Stitch live-action film. The Disney classic
02:03became one of the year's biggest family hits, with $423 million domestically, leaning heavy
02:08on nostalgia, while successfully attracting a new generation of moviegoers.
02:15What the hell?
02:17Where are we?
02:19Wait, who are you again?
02:21Garrett the Garbage Man Garrison.
02:23Gamer of the Year, 1989.
02:26Whatever.
02:27I barely think about it.
02:28And topping the domestic box office for 2025 is a Minecraft movie.
02:32The video game adaptation emerged as the year's biggest hit, with an estimated $424 million in
02:37North American ticket sales, fueled by its massive fan base and broad appeal across younger audiences.
02:43For all box office updates, be sure to head over to thehollywoodreporter.com.
02:47This is The Hollywood Reporter News.
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