Star Wars: The Force Awakens passed $900 million mark at domestic box office this weekend, the only movie to break that mark in history.
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Almost immediately thereafter, the film crossed the $2 billion global box office threshold. It joins elite company in that category, only the third film to do so after Avatar and Titanic, which did so only after a threatrical re-release.
“This is a historic moment for Star Wars, for Lucasfilm, and for Disney, and all of us here are extremely gratified to be a part of this journey with fans around the world who have made Star Wars: The Force Awakens such an extraordinary success,” said Alan Horn, Chairman, The Walt Disney Studios a press release on Friday anticipating the milestones. “The film’s achievements are truly astounding, and it’s our great honor to relaunch this cinematic galaxy not only for all the devoted decades-long fans but for a new generation who will keep the Star Wars legacy alive for many years to come.”
Next up for Star Wars is Rogue One: A Star Wars Story on December 16, 2016, followed by Star Wars: Episode VIII on December 15, 2017. Star Wars Rebels also currently airs on Disney XD.
