By Worldwide Gross (Adjusted for Inflation):
* Gone with the Wind (1939): This classic film remains the highest-grossing film of all time when adjusted for inflation. It earned an estimated $3.9 billion in today's dollars.
By Worldwide Gross (UnAdjusted):
* Avatar (2009): This sci-fi epic holds the record for the highest unadjusted worldwide gross, earning $2,923,706,026.
By Profit:
* The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003): This epic fantasy film is widely considered to be the most profitable film ever made, with an estimated profit of over $1 billion.
It's important to remember that box office numbers only tell part of the story. A film can be financially successful even if it doesn't top the charts. Factors like merchandise sales, streaming revenue, and licensing fees also contribute to a film's overall financial success.