Most Popular Movies 2007
This chart shows the 2007 movie releases that have attracted the most interest on The Numbers web site over the past 24 hours. A share of 100 corresponds to 1 percent of the total views for all 2007 releases.
See also: Domestic Release Schedule for 2007 - Top 2007 Worldwide
← 2006 | Most Popular Overall | 2008 → |
Transformers |
Director: Michael Bay |
Lead Roles: Shia LaBeouf as Sam Witwicky, Megan Fox as Mikaela Banes |
Initial Theatrical Release: June 28, 2007 (Wide), released as Transformers (트랜스포머) (South Korea) |
Keywords: Alien Invasion, Robot, Friendly Alien on Earth, End of the World, IMAX: DMR |
Classification: Based on TV, Action, Animation/Live Action, Science Fiction |
Domestic BO: $319,246,193 |
International BO: $389,026,399 |
High School Musical 2 |
Video Release Date: December 11, 2007 by Walt Disney Home Entertainment |
Keywords: TV Premiere, Tween |
Classification: Based on TV, Musical, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
I am Legend |
Director: Francis Lawrence |
Lead Roles: Will Smith as Robert Neville |
Initial Theatrical Release: December 14, 2007 (Wide) by Warner Bros. |
Keywords: Post Apocalypse, Vampire, IMAX: DMR, Motion Capture Performance, Action Thriller |
Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Thriller/Suspense, Live Action, Science Fiction |
Domestic BO: $256,393,010 |
International BO: $329,139,674 |
Spider-Man 3 |
Director: Sam Raimi |
Lead Roles: Tobey Maguire as Spider-Man/Peter Parker |
Initial Theatrical Release: May 4, 2007 (Wide) by Sony Pictures |
Keywords: Marvel Comics, Revenge, IMAX: DMR, Escape, Death of a Best Friend, Faulty Memory, College, College Professor, 2000s, Nightclub, Hostage, Action Adventure |
Classification: Based on Comic/Graphic Novel, Adventure, Live Action, Super Hero |
Domestic BO: $336,530,303 |
International BO: $558,329,927 |
Synopsis
Peter Parker and M.J. seem to finally be on the right track in their complicated relationship, but trouble looms for the superhero and his lover. Peter’s Spider-Man suit turns black and takes control of him, not only giving Peter enhanced power but also bringing out the dark side of his personality. Peter must overcome the suit’s influence as two supervillains, Sandman and Venom, rise up to destroy him and all those he holds dear.
Ghost Rider |
Director: Mark Steven Johnson |
Lead Roles: Nicolas Cage as Johnny Blaze (Ghost Rider) |
Initial Theatrical Release: February 16, 2007 (Wide) by Sony Pictures |
Keywords: Marvel Comics, Good vs. Evil, Demons, Heaven and Hell, Visual Effects |
Classification: Based on Comic/Graphic Novel, Action, Live Action, Super Hero |
Domestic BO: $115,802,596 |
International BO: $113,742,993 |
The Bourne Ultimatum |
Director: Paul Greengrass |
Lead Roles: Matt Damon as Jason Bourne |
Initial Theatrical Release: August 3, 2007 (Wide) by Universal |
Keywords: Secret Agent, Hitmen, Faulty Memory, Fugitive / On the Run |
Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Thriller/Suspense, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
Domestic BO: $227,471,070 |
International BO: $216,572,326 |
Into the Wild |
Director: Sean Penn |
Lead Roles: Emile Hirsch as Christopher McCandless |
Initial Theatrical Release: September 21, 2007 (Limited) by Paramount Vantage |
Keywords: Journey of Discovery, Biographical Drama, 1990s, Dysfunctional Family, Non-Chronological, Epilogue, Prologue, Runaway, Road Trip, Set in Alaska |
Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Drama, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
Domestic BO: $18,354,356 |
International BO: $38,468,604 |
Synopsis
An adaptation of the 1996 non-fiction book of the same name by Jon Krakauer based on the travels of Christopher McCandless across North America and his life spent in the Alaskan wilderness in the early 1990s.
Ratatouille |
Director: Brad Bird |
Lead Roles: Patton Oswalt as Remy, Ian Holm as Skinner, Lou Romano as Linguini, Janeane Garofalo as Collette |
Initial Theatrical Release: June 29, 2007 (Wide) by Walt Disney |
Keywords: Talking Animals, Animal Lead, Food, Voiceover/Narration, Family Movie, Family Adventure |
Classification: Original Screenplay, Adventure, Digital Animation, Kids Fiction |
Domestic BO: $206,445,654 |
International BO: $420,104,041 |
Alvin and the Chipmunks |
Director: Tim Hill |
Lead Roles: Jason Lee as Dave Seville, Justin Long as Alvin, Matthew Gray Gubler as Simon, Jesse McCartney as Theodore |
Initial Theatrical Release: December 14, 2007 (Wide) by 20th Century Fox |
Keywords: Animal Lead, Talking Animals, 2000s, Set in New York City, Set in New York, Set in Las Vegas, Singers, Set in Hollywood, Family Adventure |
Classification: Based on TV, Adventure, Animation/Live Action, Kids Fiction |
Domestic BO: $217,326,974 |
International BO: $145,278,059 |
Steep |
Lead Roles: Peter Krause as Narrator |
Initial Theatrical Release: December 21, 2007 (Exclusive) by Sony Pictures Classics |
Keywords: Miscellaneous Sports, Skiing, Winter Sports |
Classification: Based on Real Life Events, Documentary, Live Action, Factual |
Domestic BO: $259,840 |
The Golden Compass |
Director: Chris Weitz |
Lead Roles: Dakota Blue Richards as Lyra, Nicole Kidman as Mrs. Coulter |
Initial Theatrical Release: December 1, 2007 (Sneak Peek) by New Line, released as His Dark Materials: The Golden Compass |
Keywords: Talking Animals, Good vs. Evil, Family Adventure, Alternative Dimensions / Parallel universe, Orphan, Missing Child, Kidnap, Steampunk, Studio Sinkers, Failed Franchises |
Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Adventure, Live Action, Fantasy |
Domestic BO: $70,107,728 |
International BO: $297,154,830 |
Beowulf |
Director: Robert Zemeckis |
Lead Roles: Ray Winstone as Beowulf |
Initial Theatrical Release: November 16, 2007 (Wide) by Paramount Pictures |
Keywords: Good vs. Evil, Sword & Sorcerer, Demons, Monster, 3-D, IMAX: DMR, Motion Capture Performance, 3-D - Shot in 3-D, Heroic Adventure |
Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Adventure, Digital Animation, Fantasy |
Domestic BO: $82,280,579 |
International BO: $112,800,000 |
Rush Hour 3 |
Director: Brett Ratner |
Lead Roles: Chris Tucker as Detective James Carter, Jackie Chan as Chief Inspector Lee |
Initial Theatrical Release: August 10, 2007 (Wide) by New Line |
Keywords: Buddy Cop, Buddy Comedy, Martial Arts, Organized Crime |
Classification: Original Screenplay, Action, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
Domestic BO: $140,125,968 |
International BO: $116,459,914 |
The Invincible Iron Man |
Video Release Date: January 23, 2007 by Lionsgate Home Entertainment |
Keywords: Direct-to-Video |
Classification: Based on Comic/Graphic Novel, Action, Digital Animation, Science Fiction |
Shrek the Third |
Director: Chris Miller |
Lead Roles: Mike Myers as Shrek, Eddie Murphy as Donkey, Cameron Diaz as Princess Fiona |
Initial Theatrical Release: May 17, 2007 (Wide) by Paramount Pictures |
Keywords: Royalty, Talking Animals, Baby Shower, Military Coup, Homeless, Betrayal, High School, Dragon, 3-D, 3-D - Post-production Conversion, Family Adventure |
Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Adventure, Digital Animation, Kids Fiction |
Domestic BO: $322,719,944 |
International BO: $484,610,992 |
Wild Hogs |
Director: Walt Becker |
Lead Roles: Tim Allen as Doug Madsen, John Travolta as Woody Stevens, Martin Lawrence as Bobby Davis, William H. Macy as Dudley Frank |
Initial Theatrical Release: March 2, 2007 (Wide) by Walt Disney |
Keywords: Mid-Life Crisis, Road Trip, Gangs |
Classification: Original Screenplay, Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
Domestic BO: $168,213,584 |
International BO: $85,341,799 |
Synopsis
A group of weekend-warrior friends who decide to rev up their ho-hum suburban lives with one last-hurrah, cross-country motorcycle trip. Taking a long-dreamed-of breather from their jobs and responsibilities, they can’t wait to feel the freedom of the open highway. But when these guys hit the road, they have no idea it’s going to hit back… hard. Now, finding themselves in an unwitting rivalry with the real-life, bad-ass biker gang known as the Del Fuegos, and faced with secrets within their own ranks, this out-of-their-league foursome is about to discover that heading down the road to nowhere can take you places you never expected.
The Simpsons Movie |
Director: David Silverman |
Lead Roles: Dan Castellaneta as Homer Simpson/Itchy/Barney/Grandpa/Krusty/Mayor Quimby |
Initial Theatrical Release: July 26, 2007 (Wide) (Australia) |
Keywords: Dysfunctional Family, Disaster, End of the World, Fugitive / On the Run, Escape, Hitmen, Mafia, Environment, Family Adventure, Political |
Classification: Based on TV, Adventure, Digital Animation, Contemporary Fiction |
Domestic BO: $183,135,014 |
International BO: $343,936,008 |
Synopsis
The combination of Homer, his new pet pig, and a leaky silo full of excrement triggers a disaster that threatens not just Springfield but the entire world. An angry mob descends on the Simpson home, splitting the family. With Earth’s fate in the balance, Homer sets out on a quest for redemption in order to save the world and earn Marge’s forgiveness.
Pride |
Director: Sunu Gonera |
Lead Roles: Terrence Howard as Jim Ellis |
Initial Theatrical Release: March 23, 2007 (Wide) by Lionsgate |
Keywords: Miscellaneous Sports, Inspirational Teacher, Swimming, 1970s, Biographical Drama, Biography, Inspirational Coach |
Classification: Based on Real Life Events, Drama, Live Action, Dramatization |
Domestic BO: $7,057,600 |
International BO: $37,050 |
Aliens vs. Predator - Requiem |
Director: Colin Strause, Greg Strause |
Lead Roles: Steven Pasquale as Dallas Howard |
Initial Theatrical Release: December 25, 2007 (Wide) by 20th Century Fox |
Keywords: Franchise Crossover, Alien Invasion, Parasite |
Classification: Based on Movie, Action, Live Action, Science Fiction |
Domestic BO: $41,797,066 |
International BO: $87,087,428 |
Live Free or Die Hard |
Director: Len Wiseman |
Lead Roles: Bruce Willis as John McClane |
Initial Theatrical Release: June 27, 2007 (Wide) by 20th Century Fox |
Keywords: Terrorism |
Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Action, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
Domestic BO: $134,529,403 |
International BO: $247,758,744 |
Joshua |
Initial Theatrical Release: July 6, 2007 (Limited) by Fox Searchlight |
Classification: Original Screenplay, Thriller/Suspense, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
Domestic BO: $482,355 |
International BO: $233,349 |
The Brave One |
Director: Neil Jordan |
Lead Roles: Jodie Foster as Erica Bain |
Initial Theatrical Release: September 14, 2007 (Wide) by Warner Bros. |
Keywords: Revenge, Psychological Thriller, Gangs, Vigilante, Framed, Missing Pet, Death of a Spouse or Fiancée / Fiancé |
Classification: Original Screenplay, Thriller/Suspense, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
Domestic BO: $36,793,804 |
International BO: $32,998,900 |
The Heartbreak Kid |
Director: Bobby Farrelly, Peter Farrelly |
Lead Roles: Ben Stiller as Eddie , Michelle Monaghan as Miranda |
Initial Theatrical Release: October 5, 2007 (Wide) by Paramount Pictures |
Keywords: Relationships Gone Wrong, Romance |
Classification: Remake, Romantic Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
Domestic BO: $36,787,257 |
International BO: $90,981,533 |
Jimmy Carter: Man From Plains |
Director: Jonathan Demme |
Initial Theatrical Release: October 26, 2007 (Exclusive) by Sony Pictures Classics |
Keywords: Political, Biographical Documentary |
Classification: Based on Real Life Events, Documentary, Live Action, Factual |
Domestic BO: $108,807 |
International BO: $17,036 |
Synopsis
Direktøren for det hele |
Director: Lars Von Trier |
Lead Roles: Jens Albinus as Kristoffer |
Initial Theatrical Release: May 23, 2007 (Limited) by IFC Films, released as The Boss of It All |
Keywords: Foreign Language |
Classification: Original Screenplay, Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction |
Domestic BO: $51,300 |
International BO: $2,900,000 |