Taylor Swift's Eras Tour film sets massive record after almost 15 years

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour concert movie has broken a record that was previously held by Michael Jackson for almost 15 years. The film has been nothing short of a phenomenon since its global release in October.

During Barbenheimer, moviegoers embraced the trend of dressing up and attending the cinema in groups, with Swifties taking it a step further during the Eras Tour release by even dancing in the aisles. Their enthusiastic support helped the movie top the box office charts and break a long-standing concert movie record this week.

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour movie breaks huge record after nearly 15 years

Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour movie is now the highest-grossing concert movie of all time, surpassing Michael Jackson’s This Is It.

The Jackson movie was released in 2009 and earned $261.2 million globally. Swift’s movie has now exceeded that amount, with a successful opening in China bringing in $8.7 million since its debut on December 31. This brings the film's total earnings to $262.6 million, surpassing This Is It. Additionally, Beyonce’s Renaissance film is also in the Top 10, currently at Number 7 on the chart.

Top 10 grossing concert movies

The current top 10 concert movies by gross revenue are listed below, but it is important to mention that these figures do not account for inflation. Additionally, the Taylor Swift and Beyonce films are still being screened in theaters, so their total sales continue to increase.

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour ($262.6 million)

Michael Jackson’s This Is It ($262.1 million)

Justin Bieber: Never Say Never ($99 million)

Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert ($70 million)

One Direction: This Is Us ($68 million)

Eddie Murphy Raw ($50 million)

Renaissance: A Film by Beyonce ($44 million)

The Original Kings of Comedy ($38 million)

Richard Pryor: Live on the Sunset Strip ($34.9 million)

Woodstock ($34.7 million)

Stream Taylor Swift's Eras Tour now, featuring three exclusive songs not shown in cinemas: 'Wildest Dreams,' 'The Archers,' and 'Long Live.' The tour will resume in Japan in February and extend through 2024. For more Taylor Swift content, explore the articles below.

Editor's P/S

As a devoted Taylor Swift fan, I am absolutely thrilled and proud to witness the groundbreaking success of her Eras Tour film. It is truly remarkable that Taylor has surpassed the legendary Michael Jackson's record for the highest-grossing concert film in history. This achievement is a testament to her immense talent, captivating performances, and the unwavering love and support of her loyal fans, the Swifties.

The Eras Tour film has captured the essence of Taylor's musical journey, showcasing her incredible artistry and the electrifying energy of her live performances. It's no wonder that fans around the world have embraced this cinematic experience with such enthusiasm, dressing up, attending in groups, and even dancing in the aisles. Taylor's ability to connect with her audience on such a deep level is truly unparalleled, and I am so grateful to be a part of this incredible moment in her career.