These 10 Blockbuster Movies Suffered Loss Due To Piracy

Sep 15, 2023

By: Komal Banchhor

Remarkable Movies That Lost a Fortune Due to Piracy

The world of cinema is a vast landscape, where creativity, storytelling, and entertainment combine to bring us some of the most memorable moments in our lives. Yet, this world is not without its challenges, one of the most significant being piracy. Good movies...

1. The Incredible Hulk

In 2008, Marvel made its second attempt to bring the Hulk to the big screen in the 21st century with "The Incredible Hulk." Despite initial lukewarm reception, the film has since garnered a dedicated fan base, considering it an underrated cult classi...

2. Zack Snyder’s Justice League

For DC fans, the release of "Zack Snyder’s Justice League" in March 2021 was a dream come true. The film's digital-only release, while convenient for viewers, also presented an opportunity for cyber pirates to thrive. The movie made significant ...

3. The Departed

In 2006, Martin Scorsese delivered his masterpiece, "The Departed," a crime drama for the ages. Featuring an outstanding ensemble cast, the film dominated the box office, grossing around $300 million worldwide. It also clinched several Oscars, includ...

4. The Hangover

In 2009, The Hangover took the comedy genre by storm with its raunchy humor and unexpected engagement. The film served as a launching pad for the comedic genius of Zach Galifianakis. With a worldwide box office haul exceeding $500 million, it seemed unstoppabl...

5. The Dark Knight

Some movies demand to be experienced in theaters to truly appreciate their grandeur. Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight," released in 2008, falls into that category. It featured one of Heath Ledger's final performances as the Joker, earni...

6. Inception

If there's a Christopher Nolan film in your collection, there's a good chance someone in your circle has watched a pirated copy. "Inception" is often considered Nolan's magnum opus, known for its complexity. Many viewers resorted to il...

7. X-Men Origins: Wolverine

In 2009, the film industry faced a seismic piracy event when an unfinished copy of Gavin Hood's "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" surfaced online a full month prior to its scheduled release. Despite its incomplete state, the leaked version generate...

8. Hostel: Part II

Eli Roth's horror sequel, "Hostel: Part II," became the most pirated film of 2007, a dubious distinction that plagued its official release. Well before hitting theaters, subpar DVD copies flooded the market, raising significant concerns for ...

9. The Hateful Eight

Quentin Tarantino's western, "The Hateful Eight" faced a unique piracy challenge. The first draft of the script mysteriously appeared on Gawker as a PDF in 2014. Tarantino sued the website, briefly canceled the film, and questioned the cast abou...

10. Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge Of The Sith

In 2005, a regrettable act unfolded as Marc Hoaglin, an MGM employee, leaked "Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge Of The Sith" to the internet just an hour before its theatrical release. This daring piracy move was a product of its time when downloa...