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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