In the world of Star Wars, there are a total of 11 movies that have been released so far. All of these movies have been incredibly successful, raking in millions of dollars at the box office.
But have you ever wondered which Star Wars movie made the most money with inflation? Let’s take a closer look.
Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)
The first Star Wars movie, now known as “Episode IV – A New Hope,” was released in 1977 and directed by George Lucas. This movie is widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made and it made a significant impact on pop culture.
In its original run, it grossed $775 million worldwide. Adjusted for inflation, that number rises to about $3.3 billion today.
The Empire Strikes Back (1980)
The second installment in the original trilogy, “Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back,” was released in 1980 and directed by Irvin Kershner. This film is often considered the best in the franchise and it grossed $547 million worldwide during its initial release. When adjusted for inflation, that number rises to about $1.8 billion today.
Return of the Jedi (1983)
“Episode VI – Return of the Jedi” was released in 1983 and directed by Richard Marquand. It brought an end to the original trilogy and grossed $475 million worldwide during its initial release. Adjusted for inflation, that number rises to about $1.1 billion today.
The Phantom Menace (1999)
In 1999, George Lucas returned to direct “Episode I – The Phantom Menace.” This movie marked the beginning of the prequel trilogy and grossed over $1 billion worldwide during its initial release.5 billion today.
Attack of the Clones (2002)
“Episode II – Attack of the Clones” was released in 2002 and directed by George Lucas. It grossed $650 million worldwide during its initial release and when adjusted for inflation, that number rises to about $890 million today.
Revenge of the Sith (2005)
The final installment in the prequel trilogy, “Episode III – Revenge of the Sith,” was released in 2005 and directed by George Lucas. It grossed $868 million worldwide during its initial release.
The Force Awakens (2015)
In 2015, J.J. Abrams directed “Episode VII – The Force Awakens,” which marked the beginning of a new trilogy. This movie shattered box office records and grossed over $2 billion worldwide during its initial release. Adjusted for inflation, that number rises to about $2.
The Last Jedi (2017)
Rian Johnson directed “Episode VIII – The Last Jedi,” which was released in 2017. This movie generated controversy among fans but still managed to gross over $1.3 billion worldwide during its initial release.4 billion today.
The Rise of Skywalker (2019)
The final installment in the Skywalker Saga, “Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker,” was released in 2019 and directed by J. Abrams once again. It grossed over $1 billion worldwide during its initial release and when adjusted for inflation, that number rises to about $1 billion today.
Conclusion
So which Star Wars movie made the most money with inflation? That honor goes to the original “Episode IV – A New Hope,” which made an incredible $3.3 billion when adjusted for inflation.
While some of the newer movies have come close, none have been able to surpass the success of the original film. Whether you’re a fan of the classic trilogy or the newer installments, there’s no denying that Star Wars has become a cultural phenomenon that will continue to captivate audiences for years to come.
- A New Hope – $3.3 billion
- The Empire Strikes Back – $1.8 billion
- Return of the Jedi – $1.1 billion
- The Phantom Menace – $1.5 billion
- Attack of the Clones – $890 million
- Revenge of the Sith – $1.1 billion
- The Force Awakens – $2.3 billion
- The Last Jedi – $1.4 billion
- The Rise of Skywalker – $1 billion
As you can see, each movie has contributed significantly to the overall success of the Star Wars franchise and has added its own unique flavor to an already rich universe.
