Disney has mastered the art of turning strong storytelling into huge profits. The studio first became famous for heartwarming, family-friendly animated features and, in recent decades, expanded its empire by acquiring hugely lucrative brands like Lucasfilm, Marvel, and Pixar.
With these powerhouse franchises, Disney has consistently delivered box-office hits that draw massive audiences worldwide.
Below is a list of the top-grossing Disney films of all time, presented with their release year and box-office totals. Figures reflect worldwide, domestic, and overseas grosses and are not adjusted for inflation.
24. Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End
This “Pirates” installment performed exceptionally well overseas. Peter Mountain / Disney Enterprises
Year: 2007
Worldwide gross: $963,420,425
Domestic gross: $309,420,425
Overseas: $654,000,000
Note: Numbers from Box Office Mojo and not inflation-adjusted. Box-office totals do not include additional revenue streams such as TV, theme-park attractions, merchandise, or games.
Bottom Line: Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End
“Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End” was released in 2007. Walt Disney Pictures
This installment leveraged the popularity of its predecessors and delivered the swashbuckling adventure audiences expected. It underperformed domestically compared with other Disney blockbusters but excelled internationally, bringing it close to the billion-dollar mark.
23. The Jungle Book
The 2016 remake took liberties with the original animated film. Disney Enterprises
Year: 2016
Worldwide gross: $966,554,929
Domestic gross: $364,001,123
Overseas: $602,553,806
Bottom Line: The Jungle Book
The updated “Jungle Book” paid off. Fairview Entertainment
Disney revisited its animated catalogue and reimagined The Jungle Book with a fresh approach. This adaptation diverged more from the original than some other live-action reboots did, and the creative risks paid off at the box office.
22. Zootopia
Along with box-office success, “Zootopia” won an Oscar. Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Year: 2016
Worldwide gross: $1,023,792,558
Domestic gross: $341,268,248
Overseas: $682,524,310
Bottom Line: Zootopia
“Zootopia” exceeded expectations. Walt Disney Pictures
“Zootopia” surprised audiences with a smart, socially conscious story wrapped in vibrant animation. It became both a critical and commercial success and earned an Oscar, confirming Disney’s ability to innovate in the animated space.
21. Alice in Wonderland
The 2010 live-action reboot embraced the story’s whimsy. Disney Enterprises
Year: 2010
Worldwide gross: $1,025,468,216
Domestic gross: $334,191,110
Overseas: $691,277,106
Bottom Line: Alice in Wonderland
Johnny Depp starred in this “Alice in Wonderland.” Walt Disney Pictures
This early live-action remake drew on the original’s surreal charm to create a visually striking film. Its success encouraged Disney to continue mining its animated classics for new live-action projects.
20. Finding Dory
“Finding Dory” was a sequel to “Finding Nemo.” Disney/Pixar
Year: 2016
Worldwide gross: $1,028,570,942
Domestic gross: $486,295,561
Overseas: $542,275,381
Bottom Line: Finding Dory
Dory searched for her family in the sequel. Pixar Animation Studios
The sequel to Finding Nemo centered on the lovable Dory and resonated widely with audiences, particularly in the U.S., where it recorded strong domestic revenue.
19. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
“Rogue One” was Disney’s first standalone “Star Wars” film. Jonathan Olley & Leah Evans / Lucasfilm Ltd.
Year: 2016
Worldwide gross: $1,056,057,720
Domestic gross: $532,177,324
Overseas: $523,880,396
Bottom Line: Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
“Rogue One” introduced new heroes within the Star Wars timeline. Lucasfilm
As an experiment in expanding the Star Wars universe, Rogue One succeeded by telling a self-contained story that connected meaningfully to the original saga while focusing on new characters and stakes.
18. Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest
The sequel outperformed the original. Peter Mountain / Disney Enterprises
Year: 2006
Worldwide gross: $1,066,179,747
Domestic gross: $423,315,812
Overseas: $642,863,935
Bottom Line: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest
Jack Sparrow races to save himself from Davy Jones’ bargain. Walt Disney Pictures
The follow-up delivered more of the quirky characters, action, and humor audiences loved from the franchise, helping it become one of Disney’s early billion-dollar successes.
17. Toy Story 3
“Toy Story 3” delivered emotional closure for long-time fans. Disney/Pixar
Year: 2010
Worldwide gross: $1,066,970,811
Domestic gross: $415,004,880
Overseas: $651,965,931
Bottom Line: Toy Story 3
Woody must convince the toys to return home. Walt Disney Pictures
As the emotional capstone to the original Toy Story trilogy, this installment resonated deeply with audiences who grew up with the franchise, combining nostalgia with a poignant narrative.
16. Toy Story 4
Disney/Pixar
Year: 2019
Worldwide gross: $1,073,394,593
Domestic gross: $434,038,008
Overseas: $639,356,585
Bottom Line: Toy Story 4
Disney/Pixar
The fourth film extended the franchise’s success with fresh characters and new emotional beats. Given the franchise’s track record, a fifth installment remains likely.
15. The Lion King
The 1994 “The Lion King” became a cultural phenomenon. Disney Enterprises
Year: 1994
Worldwide gross: $1,083,720,877
Domestic gross: $422,783,777
Overseas: $660,937,100
Bottom Line: The Lion King (1994)
More than 60% of the film’s revenue came from overseas. Walt Disney Pictures
Even unadjusted for inflation, the original Lion King was a massive hit that spawned TV series, a hugely successful Broadway musical, and ongoing cultural influence.
14. Captain America: Civil War
A large portion of revenue came from international markets. Marvel Studios
Year: 2016
Worldwide gross: $1,153,337,496
Domestic gross: $408,084,349
Overseas: $745,253,147
Bottom Line: Captain America: Civil War
A rift between Captain America and Iron Man reshaped the Marvel landscape. Marvel Studios
The film’s promise of introducing new characters while pitting fan favorites against each other drove strong attendance, especially internationally.
13. Iron Man 3
Iron Man helped launch the modern Marvel era. Zade Rosenthal / Marvel
Year: 2013
Worldwide gross: $1,214,811,252
Domestic gross: $409,013,994
Overseas: $805,797,258
Bottom Line: Iron Man 3
Tony Stark’s journey continued with high stakes and personal challenges. Marvel Studios
As a cornerstone of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Iron Man’s popularity ensured the third film was a major box-office success.
12. The Incredibles 2
“The Incredibles 2” continued the family’s adventures. Disney/Pixar
Year: 2018
Worldwide gross: $1,243,089,244
Domestic gross: $608,581,744
Overseas: $634,507,500
Bottom Line: The Incredibles 2
Audiences embraced the Parr family again. Walt Disney Pictures
The sequel built on beloved characters and modern storytelling, delivering strong box-office returns and reinforcing Pixar’s reputation for family entertainment.
11. Beauty and the Beast
The live-action revamp achieved major commercial success. Disney Enterprises
Year: 2017
Worldwide gross: $1,264,434,525
Domestic gross: $504,014,165
Overseas: $759,953,360
Bottom Line: Beauty and the Beast
Emma Watson’s portrayal helped draw audiences. Mandeville Films
The combination of a beloved score, strong lead performance, and advanced visual effects brought the classic tale to life for modern audiences.
10. Frozen
“Frozen” delivered memorable songs and characters. Walt Disney Animation Studios
Year: 2013
Worldwide gross: $1,281,835,246
Domestic gross: $400,953,009
Overseas: $880,882,237
Bottom Line: Frozen
“Let It Go” became a global hit. Walt Disney Animation Studios
Frozen’s breakout soundtrack and modern approach to princess storytelling made it a cultural phenomenon and a major commercial success.
9. Star Wars: The Last Jedi
The film continued the rebooted saga. Lucasfilm
Year: 2017
Worldwide gross: $1,332,698,830
Domestic gross: $620,181,382
Overseas: $712,517,448
Bottom Line: Star Wars: The Last Jedi
The film balanced legacy characters and new faces. Walt Disney Pictures
The sequel continued to merge elements of the original trilogy with new characters and directions, delivering action and spectacle that appealed to a broad audience.
8. Black Panther
“Black Panther” became a cultural and commercial milestone for Marvel. Disney/Marvel Studios
Year: 2018
Worldwide gross: $1,347,597,973
Domestic gross: $700,426,566
Overseas: $647,171,407
Bottom Line: Black Panther
Chadwick Boseman starred as T’Challa. Marvel Studios
An unexpected breakout, Black Panther combined cultural resonance with blockbuster storytelling to become one of Marvel’s biggest solo-character hits.
7. Avengers: Age of Ultron
The sequel performed especially well overseas. Marvel
Year: 2015
Worldwide gross: $1,405,403,694
Domestic gross: $459,005,868
Overseas: $946,397,826
Bottom Line: Avengers: Age of Ultron
The film combined action and humor while expanding the MCU. Marvel Studios
The film pushed the shared-universe concept forward, introducing new characters and setting the stage for future installments while delivering blockbuster action that proved particularly popular with international audiences.
6. Frozen 2
Walt Disney Animation Studios
Year: 2019
Worldwide gross: $1,450,026,933
Domestic gross: $477,373,578
Overseas: $972,653,355
Bottom Line: Frozen II
Walt Disney Animation Studios
The sequel built on the original’s characters and themes and achieved massive global box-office success, proving that the franchise remained a major draw.
5. Marvel’s The Avengers
The 2012 film set the standard for Marvel team-up movies. Marvel
Year: 2012
Worldwide gross: $1,518,815,515
Domestic gross: $623,357,910
Overseas: $895,457,605
Bottom Line: Marvel’s The Avengers
“The Avengers” earned more than $1.5 billion worldwide. Marvel Studios
As the culmination of several solo films, The Avengers delivered the excitement of seeing multiple heroes team up and helped define the model for future ensemble superhero movies.
4. The Lion King (2019)
Walt Disney Pictures
Year: 2019
Worldwide gross: $1,657,870,986
Domestic gross: $543,638,043
Overseas: $1,114,232,943
Bottom Line: The Lion King (2019)
Walt Disney Pictures
The photorealistic remake of the 1994 classic found even broader international appeal, translating the original story into a visual style that resonated with modern audiences.
3. Avengers: Infinity War
The film closely followed major comic arcs. Marvel
Year: 2018
Worldwide gross: $2,048,359,754
Domestic gross: $678,815,482
Overseas: $1,369,544,272
Bottom Line: Avengers: Infinity War
The film featured high emotional stakes and global spectacle. Marvel Studios
Infinity War delivered massive global box-office returns by uniting dozens of heroes and delivering dramatic, high-stakes conflict faithful to the source material.
2. Star Wars: The Force Awakens
The 2015 reboot relaunched the franchise for a new generation. Lucasfilm
Year: 2015
Worldwide gross: $2,068,455,677
Domestic gross: $936,662,225
Overseas: $1,131,793,452
Bottom Line: Star Wars: The Force Awakens
The film met high expectations and reignited global enthusiasm for Star Wars. Lucasfilm
The Force Awakens successfully blended nostalgia with new storytelling, delivering a fresh chapter that reignited global interest in the saga and produced some of Disney’s largest domestic receipts.
1. Avengers: Endgame
Marvel Studios
Year: 2019
Worldwide gross: $2,797,501,328
Domestic gross: $858,373,000
Overseas: $1,939,128,328
Bottom Line: Avengers: Endgame
Marvel Studios
Avengers: Endgame culminated a decade of interconnected storytelling by bringing together numerous heroes to undo Thanos’ actions. Its emotional payoff and global scope made it the highest-grossing film on this list.