Top 10 Movies Ukrainians Chose Most in 2024: A Must-Watch List

Viewers of SWEET.TV have a passion for great cinema. Today, we present the ranking of the best films of 2024, compiled based on viewership numbers. If you haven't had the chance to watch any of these films yet, you can find them online and offline on SWEET.TV.

This ranking includes films that hold top positions in other charts, as well as those that, while not grossing billions, have captured the hearts of the audience.

“Inside Out 2”

$1 billion in just 19 days and over $1.5 billion at the time of this article's release. This box office success allowed “Inside Out 2” to dethrone “Frozen 2” from the top spot in the list of the highest-grossing animated films worldwide. “Inside Out 2” has become the highest-grossing film of 2024 and easily entered the top 10 highest-grossing films of all time. This emotional, vibrant, and family-oriented story, which was developed with the help of real psychologists, reveals the secrets of teenagers. This is crucial for both parents and children.

“Dune: Part Two”

Immediately after its release, “Dune 2” became the highest-grossing film in theaters across 52 countries. Many critics have already dubbed the film the best science fiction movie in history. It earned $714 million against an estimated budget of $190 million. The exhausting shoots in the desert, practical effects, incredible music, and meticulous attention to the film's linguistic aspects made “Dune 2” extraordinary and earned it a nomination for the main Oscar.

“Deadpool and Wolverine”

One of the best Marvel projects in recent years, the highest-grossing R-rated film, and one that left fans ecstatic in theaters. The unbeatable duo of beloved characters and unexpected cameos allowed this film to gross over $1 billion. Naturally, discussions about a sequel soon followed.

“We, Our Loved Ones, and War”

The film “We, Our Loved Ones, and War” by Anton Ptushkin is an extraordinary story about the strength of the human spirit and love for animals even in the toughest times. One of the standout “actors” in this film is Patron, the world's first UNICEF goodwill dog.

“Despicable Me 4”

Fans waited 7 years for this continuation of the story. It is the most expensive film in the franchise. The animated feature grossed $969 million worldwide, placing it third in the ranking of the highest-grossing films of 2024. This time, Gru is aided in battling villains by his children, wife, and a very unconventional neighbor.

“We Were Recruits”

This is one of the most discussed Ukrainian premieres of the year. The film by Lyubomyr Levytsky is the first domestic movie created in the mockumentary style. The main characters of the film are fighters from the legendary 3rd Special Operations Brigade. Strong, real stories, exclusive footage of the fighters, and their sincerity and humor are the highlights of the film.

“Substance”

An incredible body horror film that has shown the world that Demi Moore is a fantastic actress. Her performance earned her an Oscar nomination, and the film itself could become the best film of the year. A total of 5 nominations – not bad for a movie that has received mixed reviews. However, one thing is certain: it left no one indifferent. So, do you want to become the best version of yourself?

“Kung Fu Panda 4”

In the first 24 hours, the trailer was viewed over 142 million times across all social media platforms, making it the most popular trailer for an animated film from Universal. The film grossed $547 million, a figure that some blockbusters would envy. If you haven't seen the new adventures of Po yet, now is the time. Tune in on SWEET.TV.

“Furiosa: Mad Max Saga”

The film received $175 million for production. In total, $343.2 million was spent, which is the largest sum ever spent on film production in Australia. When asked what Mad Max means to Australians, Chris Hemsworth replied: “Americans have Star Wars, Brits have Harry Potter, and we have Mad Max.”

“Monkey Man”

The American action film “Monkey Man” is a revenge story shot in the best traditions of Hollywood action films, but with an Indian flair. The lead actor and director is Dev Patel, known for the film “Slumdog Millionaire.” The film's trailer won three Golden Trailer Awards. Additionally, this film won in the best action category according to Rotten Tomatoes.

So, as you can see, tastes among Ukrainians vary, but the films on SWEET.TV will delight cinema enthusiasts with diverse preferences. Enjoy your viewing.