‘Avengers: Endgame’ Finally Beat ‘Avatar’ And The Directors Have Nothing But Respect For Each Other

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It has finally happened. The biggest movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is now officially the biggest movie of all time!

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When Avengers: Endgame first hit the big screen, the movie quickly scaled to the top and smashed box office records by becoming the fastest movie ever to reach the $1 billion dollar mark in its opening weekend.  

From there, Endgame continued to grow bigger and bigger. In a bid to dethrone James Cameron’s Avatar as the biggest movie of all time, the MCU movie re-released Endgame with additional footage to give the movie a boost.

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At last, Avengers: Endgame has finally reached its goal and has taken over as the biggest movie of all time.

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During the 2019 San Diego Comic-Con that took place over the weekend, Marvel Studios president, Kevin Feige, announced the news that Endgame had indeed reached its goal of becoming number one.

“Thanks to you, Avengers: Endgame is the biggest film of all-time,” he said while taking the stage.

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While Marvel fans are ecstatic about reaching the franchise’s goal, it’s the interaction that took place between Endgame directors – Joe and Anthony Russo; and Avatar’s James Cameron, that stole the hearts of everyone.

As soon as the news broke, James sent out a statement that read:

“Oel Ngati Kameie, I see you Marvel – Congratulations to Avengers Endgame on becoming the new box-office king.”

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— Avatar (@officialavatar) July 22, 2019

Overwhelmed by the support, the Russo Brothers took to their social media to show their undying appreciation to Titanic, Terminator, Aliens and Avatar director.

“To @JimCameron – you’re a monumental reason why we fell in love with film in the first place. Thank you for always inspiring us and opening the world’s eyes to what’s possible. We can’t wait to see where you take us next…” they shared.

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Fans couldn’t help but feel the love, appreciation and especially respect from both movies’ directors and were filled with applause over the interaction.

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— Valentine Leonov (@ValetN7) July 22, 2019

Being more classy than your fanbase.... Respect.

— the snark knight (@snarkknight01) July 22, 2019

That is what you call respect for the arts.

— CY98 #IStandWithVic Endgame 8x (@RWBY_Fan10000) July 22, 2019

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— Juras (@jurandirfilho) July 22, 2019

Outstanding! And such a nice way to convey mutual respect for one another.#AvengersEngame #Avatar

— Nerdy Nix Nook (@Bosco685) July 22, 2019

Respect.

— Kez✪ (@KeziahCheung) July 22, 2019

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— Dynasty of the Force (@Force_Herald) July 22, 2019

Now this is an appropriate response to @JimCameron and goes to show that they are all on the same team of bringing great content for millions to see, enjoy, and to be inspired by.

— Angel Soto ⎊ (@Angel_Soto514) July 22, 2019

Class.

— anthony || (@anthonyonmovies) July 22, 2019

Very humble to pass the torch of highest grossing film to Endgame. Still very impressive that an unknown property people didn't seem to care which had no business making money make $2.7 billion. It took the whole Avengers and 22 films to do it while yours only took one.

— Jose Lucero (@morenol_1990) July 22, 2019

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— ya boi ᱬ saw FFH x2 (@NotEvenEpic) July 22, 2019

Congratulations Avengers: Endgame for becoming the biggest movie of all time! What are your thoughts on the new box-office king?

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