From the chaos of Kevin McCallister’s New York adventures to the electric pull of vampire–werewolf romance, this day in pop culture marks the release of films that dominated global box offices. Home Alone 2: Lost in New York became a holiday cash machine 33 years ago, cementing its place as a timeless family blockbuster that continues to define festive cinema.
Sixteen years ago, The Twilight Saga: New Moon shattered expectations, pulling massive young-adult fandom crowds into theatres and stamping its authority as one of the most commercially successful supernatural romances ever. Its box office triumph proved the power of fan-driven franchises in shaping cultural moments.
A decade ago, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 closed its saga with a financial bang, while Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 hit theatres 15 years ago, adding billions to one of the highest-grossing franchises in history. These releases weren’t just movies—they were global events that pulled audiences worldwide and changed blockbuster filmmaking forever. Visit jocomms.com for more news.
