Just like sports franchises, movie franchises are not only a cultural touchstone but also a lucrative financial opportunity.

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A beloved and long-running staple of cinema, animated offerings have accounted for some of the greatest movies of all time.

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The franchise's fourth film raked in more than $200 million globally to become one of the year's top releases thus far. A 24-year-old Tom Cruise starred in "Top Gun" as hotheaded fighter pilot ...

Along with the lead role – which would have seen him earn almost $250 million – Damon was offered 10% of the movie’s profits.

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The top 10 movie franchises at the global box office have each grossed at least $5 billion. They range from '60s and '70s series like James Bond and the "Star Wars" movies to more contemporary ...