Disney's Billion-Dollar Blockbusters Redefine the Industry

The Walt Disney Company has made some of the most successful movies in history. While not every film produced by Disney is a hit, some have crossed the $1 billion threshold and continue to inspire the industry today.

One such movie is Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, released in 2016. This standalone story within the Star Wars franchise introduced new characters, including Jyn Erso and Cassian Andor, who became fan favorites. The film's success can be attributed to its unique take on the galaxy far, far away, giving it a distinct identity within the series.

Frozen, released in 2013, was another groundbreaking Disney movie that shook up traditional fairy tale tropes. The film featured two princesses as main characters and subverted the typical 'damsel in distress' narrative. Its influence can still be seen in modern Disney movies.