EntertainmentFive films reportedly top $1 billion worldwide in 2026
A September 15 post citing Axios says the five-film tally is the most since before the pandemic. Separately, GlobalBoxOffice says Universal leads domestic studio grosses.
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A post citing Axios says five films had surpassed $1 billion at the global box office in 2026 as of September 15—the most since before the pandemic. The post credits films such as The Odyssey with becoming cultural events that drew audiences to theaters and generated conversation beyond them.
GlobalBoxOffice reports that Universal led 2026 domestic studio grosses as of September 15 with $1.43 billion, followed by Sony, Disney, Amazon MGM and Lionsgate. Its ranking puts Warner Bros. and Paramount outside the top five.
Five films reportedly top $1 billion worldwide in 2026
A September 15 post citing Axios says the five-film tally is the most since before the pandemic. Separately, GlobalBoxOffice says Universal leads domestic studio grosses.