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The year 2007 in film was marked by a diverse range of critically acclaimed and commercially successful movies across various genres. The Coen Brothers' "No Country for Old Men" stood out as a gripping and intense thriller, earning four Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The animated film "Ratatouille" charmed audiences with its heartwarming tale of a rat aspiring to be a chef, while "There Will Be Blood" showcased Daniel Day-Lewis's powerhouse performance in a haunting exploration of greed and ambition. On the blockbuster front, "Spider-Man 3" and "Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End" dominated the box office, emphasizing the enduring popularity of superhero and adventure franchises. Overall, 2007 was a year that showcased both the creative prowess of independent cinema and the enduring appeal of big-budget spectacles.
Highest-grossing films[]
The highest-grossing films of 2007 worldwide were:
| Rank | Title | Distributor | Worldwide gross |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End | Disney | $963,400,492 |
| 2 | Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix | Warner Bros. | $941,676,843 |
| 3 | Spider-Man 3 | Sony | $894,983,373 |
| 4 | Shrek the Third | Paramount | $813,367,380 |
| 5 | Transformers | $709,709,780 | |
| 6 | Ratatouille | Disney | $623,726,085 |
| 7 | I Am Legend | Warner Bros. | $585,410,052 |
| 8 | The Simpsons Movie | Fox | $536,414,270 |
| 9 | National Treasure: Book of Secrets | Disney | $459,242,249 |
| 10 | 300 | Warner Bros. | $456,068,181 |
Movies released in 2007[]
By English-speaking countries[]
- List of films released in 2007 in the United States
- List of films released in 2007 in the United Kingdom
- List of films released in 2007 in Australia
By non-English speaking countries (External Wikis)[]
By Hispanic countries[]
- List of films released in 2008 in Argentina
- List of films released in 2008 in Mexico
- List of films released in 2008 in Venezuela
- List of films released in 2008 in Spain
Festivals[]
- Sundance Film Festival (January 18–28): Held in Park City, Utah, this festival is known for showcasing independent films. In 2007, it premiered films like Juno, Michael Clayton, and I Am a Cyborg, But That's Okay.
- Berlin International Film Festival (February 8–18): Held in Berlin, Germany, this prestigious festival is one of the "Big Three" European festivals alongside Cannes and Venice. The 2007 edition awarded the Golden Bear to the Romanian film "Tu ești [It is You]."
- Cannes Film Festival (May 16–27): Held in Cannes, France, this renowned festival is famous for its red carpet and its selection of international films. The 2007 Palme d'Or went to the Romanian film "4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days."
- Venice International Film Festival (August 29 – September 8): Held in Venice, Italy, this is another of the "Big Three" European festivals. In 2007, the Golden Lion was awarded to the Chinese film "Lu Banma (Still Life)."
- Toronto International Film Festival (September 6–16): Held in Toronto, Canada, this festival is known for its audience awards and its platform for international films to reach North American audiences. The 2007 People's Choice Award went to "Eastern Promises."
Awards Ceremonies[]
- Golden Globe Awards (January 15): "The Departed" also won Best Motion Picture - Drama at the Golden Globes, while "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" won Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy.
- Producers Guild of America Awards (January 20): The PGA Award for Most Outstanding Producer of Theatrical Motion Pictures went to David T. Friendly, Peter Saraf, and Marc Turtletaub for "Little Miss Sunshine."
- Directors Guild of America Awards (January 27): The DGA Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Feature Film went to the Coen brothers for "No Country for Old Men."
- Screen Actors Guild Awards (January 28): Awarded by the Screen Actors Guild, these awards honor outstanding performances in film and television by actors. Forest Whitaker and Helen Mirren continued their winning streak, taking home the awards for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role and Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role in a Motion Picture, respectively.
- BAFTA Awards (February 11): "The Queen" won Best Film at the BAFTAs, while Forest Whitaker and Helen Mirren repeated their wins for Best Actor and Actress.
- Academy Awards (February 25): In 2007, "The Departed" won Best Picture, while Forest Whitaker and Helen Mirren won Best Actor and Actress for their performances in "The Last King of Scotland" and "The Queen," respectively.