The success of anime films confirms the expansion of their audience worldwide — they are no longer confined to Asia only. This shows that quality work, even from a subculture, can compete with the strongest Western productions and traditional animation. The animated film 'How to Train Your Dragon' revived a beloved world, earning approximately $636.2 million globally. The success of this franchise comes from its ability to win back its original audience — families and children — as well as fans who have followed the series since its earlier parts. The film attracted action lovers and shows that even old franchises, as long as they maintain high production quality, can still compete, despite the market being saturated with many entertainment options. This success reflects a shift in the global cinematic map: success is no longer limited to Western productions; an Asian film can now compete on a global level. The fantasy storyline, the blend of adventure and emotion, and the beautiful world created in the film made it a safe choice for a family 'comfort' watch, combining visual pleasure with positive human messages. A film from the world of 'Formula 1' racing earned about $631.4 million worldwide. This film managed to attract fans of speed, racing, and real adrenaline — an audience that may not be regular cinema-goers but craves an experience that combines a love for sports with fast-paced drama. Thanks to the film's star, Tom Cruise, exciting adventure elements, and high-quality special effects. The revival in theaters was not the result of a single factor but a combination of several elements: the power of the 'brand', nostalgia for beloved works, diversity between animation, games, family films, and attractive visual styles, as well as wide international distribution. A common thread among most of these films is the reliance on a pre-known value: a game, anime, or a famous character, which reduces risk and guarantees large box office returns. However, this approach raises the question: will the industry remain hostage to guaranteed returns at the expense of experimentation and creativity? Or will creators find their place again among cinema lovers in the future? Below is a detailed look at the top 10 films of 2025 according to specialized reports like 'Top 2025 Movies at the Worldwide Box Office' and 'Top Grossing Movies 2025'. The Chinese animated film 'Ne Zha 2' topped the 2025 list with box office revenues exceeding $1.9 billion worldwide. It preserved the spirit of the first part while updating the visuals and making the story more mature, which allowed it to attract both family and young audiences. The film became a visual festival, combining high-quality animation, a dramatic narrative inspired by Chinese myths, and a huge response in the domestic market that strongly supported the film. It turned into a mass event targeting families, young audiences, and fans of light and diverse entertainment. In this environment, studios turned to less risky opportunities: remakes of famous films and franchises, adapting games or anime into movies, or continuing successful series. The list of the top 10 highest-grossing films of 2025 reflects the complexity of modern cinematic taste and an audience that is looking for almost everything: 'animation, games, action, racing, adventures, family entertainment or fantasy'. The appeal of familiar names with a new touch was enough to make the film one of the few to cross the billion-dollar mark in 2025, which highlights the importance of reviving old titles for major studios seeking guaranteed profits. The film 'Minecraft' was based on a very popular video game and successfully translated the blocky virtual world of Minecraft into a cinematic visual experience, attracting both gamers and adventure lovers, earning about $958 million worldwide. The large base of game fans helped ensure a wide turnout, showing that adapting popular games into movies — as long as it is well-executed — remains a tempting option for studios and attracts a diverse audience that includes both gamers and ordinary viewers. The return of this franchise from the world of dinosaurs was successful by shifting away from soft science fiction towards adventure and adrenaline — elements that have been popular with movie audiences for years. The film proved that the diversity among the top 10 highest-grossing films of 2025 was not limited to animation or fantasy action but included films tackling unconventional themes, which expands the movie audience base. This new installment of a famous animated world earned about $620.8 million worldwide in 2025. The result: achieving a record level that redefines the concept of 'scale' in the world of animation. A 'live-action/CG' remake of a classic animated film earned about $1.04 billion worldwide. The film used the element of nostalgia to attract an audience familiar with the original work, adding to it modern visual effects and advanced special effects suitable for today's family audience. In this sense, cinema has become more than just a story. The success shows that continuing a beloved world, as long as it is presented in line with contemporary tastes, remains an effective recipe for achieving large box office revenues. A new release of the famous superhero earned about $616.7 million worldwide. 2025 proved that the box office is still alive, despite major shifts in viewing habits towards digital platforms. And while this figure does not compare to the huge revenues of some superhero films in past years, 'Superman 2025' managed to gather an audience of superhero fans. The film shows that even a classic character, if re-presented in a way that suits the times, has a good chance of achieving public attention. An action film from the famous successful franchise earned about $598.8 million worldwide, ranking 10th in the 2025 list. The mix of a big name, special effects, dinosaurs, and excitement made 'Jurassic World: Rebirth' a safe choice for a viewer looking for a fun and action-packed experience without needing deep thought or a complex plot commitment, earning about $868.9 million worldwide in 2025. One of the most prominent anime films of 2025, earning about $768.9 million worldwide. The film brought with it a huge wave of popularity among fans of anime and manga, especially those interested in 'demon slaying' and the values it carries, such as courage, sacrifice, and human relationships.
