2004

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In 2004, the film industry experienced a diverse range of releases across various genres, showcasing both commercial successes and critical acclaim. Blockbuster hits such as "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" and "The Incredibles" dominated the box office, captivating audiences with their epic storytelling and cutting-edge visual effects. These films demonstrated the continued appeal of big-budget spectacles and franchise installments.
However, the year also saw the emergence of unexpected sleeper hits like "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" and "Napoleon Dynamite," which gained traction through word-of-mouth praise and distinctive storytelling approaches. These indie darlings resonated with audiences for their unique characters, offbeat humor, and thought-provoking narratives, highlighting the enduring popularity of independent cinema.
==Highest-grossing films==
The top 10 films released in 2004 by worldwide gross are as follows:
 Highest-grossing films of 2004
Rank	Title 	Distributor 	Worldwide gross
1 	Shrek 2 	DreamWorks 	$935,454,538
2 	Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban	Warner Bros. 	$798,076,924
3 	Spider-Man 2 	Sony Pictures / Columbia	$788,976,453
4 	The Incredibles 	Buena Vista 	$631,442,092
5 	The Passion of the Christ 	Icon / Newmarket 	$611,486,736
6 	The Day After Tomorrow 	20th Century Fox 	$552,639,571
7 	Meet the Fockers 	Universal / DreamWorks 	$522,657,936
8 	Troy 	Warner Bros. 	$497,409,852
9 	Shark Tale 	DreamWorks 	$374,583,879
10 	Ocean's Twelve 	Warner Bros. 	$362,744,280
== Movies released in 2004 ==
=== By English-speaking countries ===
*List of films released in 2004 in the United States
*List of films released in 2004 in the United Kingdom
*List of films released in 2004 in Australia
=== By non-English speaking countries (External Wikis) ===
==== By Hispanic countries ====
*List of films released in 2004 in Argentina
*List of films released in 2004 in Chile
*List of films released in 2004 in México
*List of films released in 2004 in Venezuela
*List of films released in 2004 in Spain
==== By Lusophone countries ====
*List of films released in 2004 in Brazil
*List of films released in 2004 in Portugal
==== By Slavic countries ====
*List of films released in 2004 in Russia
*List of films released in 2004 in Poland
== Festivals ==
== Awards Ceremonies ==
== References ==
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