Most Popular Movies 2000

This chart shows the 2000 movie releases that have attracted the most interest on The Numbers web site over the past 24 hours. A share of 100 corresponds to 1 percent of the total views for all 2000 releases.

See also: Domestic Release Schedule for 2000 - Top 2000 Worldwide

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  1
Scream 3
Scream 3
Director: Wes Craven
Lead Roles: David Arquette as Dwight "Dewey" Riley, Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott, Courteney Cox as Gale Weathers, Parker Posey as Gale in Stab 3, Deon Richmond as Gabe Tucker/Joel in Stab 3
Initial Theatrical Release: February 4, 2000 (Wide) by Miramax
Keywords: Dysfunctional Family, Sex Crimes, Gratuitous Cameos, Movie Business, Surprise Twist, Slasher Horror, Spoof, Prologue
Classification: Original Screenplay, Horror, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$89,138,076
International BO:
$72,700,000

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What Lies Beneath
What Lies Beneath
Director: Robert Zemeckis
Lead Roles: Harrison Ford as Norman Spencer, Michelle Pfeiffer as Claire Spencer
Initial Theatrical Release: July 21, 2000 (Wide) by Dreamworks SKG
Keywords: Psychological Thriller, Infidelity, Relationships Gone Wrong, Missing Person, Surprise Twist, Haunting, Possessed
Classification: Original Screenplay, Thriller/Suspense, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$155,464,351
International BO:
$133,229,638

Synopsis

It had been a year since Dr. Norman Spencer betrayed his beautiful wife Claire. But with Claire oblivious to the truth, Norman’s life and marriage seem so perfect that when Claire tells him of hearing mysterious voices and seeing a young woman’s image in their home, he dismisses her terror as delusion. Claire moves closer to the truth and it becomes clear that this apparition will not be dismissed, and has come back for Dr. Spencer and his beautiful wife.

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X-Men poster
X-Men
Director: Bryan Singer
Lead Roles: Patrick Stewart as Xavier, Hugh Jackman as Logan/Wolverine, Ian McKellen as Magneto
Initial Theatrical Release: July 14, 2000 (Wide) by 20th Century Fox
Keywords: Visual Effects, Marvel Comics, Mutants, Terrorism, 2000s, High School, Set in New York, 1940s, Nazis, Action Adventure
Classification: Based on Comic/Graphic Novel, Action, Live Action, Super Hero
Domestic BO:
$157,299,717
International BO:
$139,572,650

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But I'm a Cheerleader
But I'm a Cheerleader
Director: Jamie Babbit
Lead Roles: Natasha Lyonne as Megan, Clea DuVall as Graham
Initial Theatrical Release: July 7, 2000 (Limited) by Lionsgate
Keywords: LGBTQ+, Romance
Classification: Original Screenplay, Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$2,205,627
International BO:
$303,717

Synopsis

Megan, whose suburban existence filled with friends, cheerleading, and all-American fun is upended when her straight-laced parents suspect she may be a lesbian. In a panic, they send her to True Directions, a “rehabilitation” camp run by the strict and prudish Mary to mount an intervention led by counselor Mike. Megan dutifully follows the program — until she develops feelings for another camper.

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  5
Dude, Where's My Car?
Director: Danny Leiner
Lead Roles: Ashton Kutcher as Jesse, Seann William Scott as Chester
Initial Theatrical Release: December 15, 2000 (Wide) by 20th Century Fox
Keywords: Buddy Comedy, Black Out Drunk, Day After
Classification: Original Screenplay, Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$46,729,374
International BO:
$26,450,923

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  6
Billy Elliot
Director: Stephen Daldry
Initial Theatrical Release: October 13, 2000 (Limited) by Focus Features
Keywords: LGBTQ+, Dancing, Performing Arts, Coming-of-Age Drama, Coming of Age
Classification: Original Screenplay, Drama, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$21,995,263
International BO:
$87,257,709

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The Legend of Drunken Master
Director: Lau Kar-Leung
Lead Roles: Jackie Chan as Wong Fei-hong
Initial Theatrical Release: October 20, 2000 (Wide) by Miramax
Keywords: Martial Arts, Training Montage, Action Comedy, Set in China, Addiction, Delayed Sequel, Dysfunctional Family
Classification: Original Screenplay, Action, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$11,546,543

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  8
Next Friday
Next Friday
Director: Steve Carr
Lead Roles: Ice Cube as Craig Jones
Initial Theatrical Release: January 12, 2000 (Wide) by New Line
Keywords: African Americans, Stoner Comedy, Revenge, Dysfunctional Family, Delayed Sequel, Narcotics, Money Troubles, Suburbs
Classification: Original Screenplay, Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$57,176,582
International BO:
$2,498,725

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My Dog Skip
Director: Jay Russell
Lead Roles: Diane Lane as Ellen Morris
Initial Theatrical Release: January 12, 2000 (Limited) by Warner Bros.
Keywords: Coming of Age, Animal Lead, Family Drama, Non-Chronological, 1940s
Classification: Original Screenplay, Drama, Live Action, Kids Fiction
Domestic BO:
$34,099,640
International BO:
$1,695,679

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10
Trois
Director: Rob Hardy
Initial Theatrical Release: February 11, 2000 (Wide) by Rainforest Productions
Keywords: Erotic Thriller
Classification: Original Screenplay, Thriller/Suspense, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$1,161,843

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Domestic BO:
$6,543,194
International BO:
$7,748,805

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12
An Everlasting Piece poster
An Everlasting Piece
Director: Barry Levinson
Lead Roles: Barry McEvoy as Colm, Brian F. O'Byrne as George, Anna Friel as Bronagh, Billy Connolly as Scalper
Initial Theatrical Release: December 22, 2000 (Wide) by Dreamworks SKG
Keywords: Religious
Classification: Original Screenplay, Comedy, Live Action, Historical Fiction
Domestic BO:
$75,078

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13
The Specials
Director: Craig Mazin
Initial Theatrical Release: September 22, 2000 (Wide)
Classification: Original Screenplay, Action, Live Action, Super Hero
Domestic BO:
$12,996

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14
The Patriot
The Patriot
Director: Roland Emmerich
Lead Roles: Mel Gibson as Benjamin Martin
Initial Theatrical Release: June 28, 2000 (Wide) by Sony Pictures
Keywords: Revenge, Colonial United States, 1700s, Revolution, Historical Drama, War
Classification: Original Screenplay, Drama, Live Action, Historical Fiction
Domestic BO:
$113,330,342
International BO:
$101,969,658

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15
Battlefield Earth: A Saga of the Year 3000
Domestic BO:
$21,471,685
International BO:
$8,253,978

Synopsis

In the year 3000, there are no countries, no cities… Earth is a wasteland. And man is an endangered species. As the leader of the evil Psychlos, Terl and his race have taken over the world’s natural resources and disregarded everyone and everything else. It’s up to Jonnie “Goodboy” Tyler, a brave human, to battle the Psychlos and restore normalcy to the world.

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16
Highlander: Endgame
Domestic BO:
$12,801,190

Synopsis

This is the pulse-pounding final chapter, as one last battle is waged among earth's immortals — and the fate of mankind rests in the balance. The time is the year 2000, and by now Kell has become the most invincible immortal ever, amassing the supernatural strength of the 600 immortals he has killed over the centuries. Kell is ready to win the game at any cost, and the only thing that stands in his way is the continued existence of Duncan and Connor Macleod.

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17
Hanging Up
Director: Diane Keaton
Lead Roles: Meg Ryan as Eve Marks, Diane Keaton as Georgia, Lisa Kudrow as Maddy
Initial Theatrical Release: February 18, 2000 (Wide) by Sony Pictures
Keywords: Comedy Drama, Dysfunctional Family, Sibling Rivalry
Classification: Original Screenplay, Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$36,037,909
International BO:
$15,829,814

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18
Domestic BO:
$3,041,803
International BO:
$2,107,328

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19
American Psycho
American Psycho
Director: Mary Harron
Lead Roles: Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman
Initial Theatrical Release: April 14, 2000 (Wide) by Lionsgate
Keywords: Serial Killer, Film Noir, 1980s, Set in New York City, Black Comedy
Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Black Comedy, Live Action, Historical Fiction
Domestic BO:
$15,070,285
International BO:
$19,200,000

Synopsis

In New York City in 1987, a handsome, young urban professional, Patrick Bateman, lives a second life as a gruesome serial killer by night.

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20
Mercy Streets
Initial Theatrical Release: October 31, 2000 (Limited)
Classification: Drama, Live Action
Domestic BO:
$173,599

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21
Domestic BO:
$3,134,509

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22
Rules of Engagement
Director: William Friedkin
Lead Roles: Tommy Lee Jones as Hodges, Samuel L. Jackson as Childers
Initial Theatrical Release: April 7, 2000 (Wide) by Paramount Pictures
Keywords: Courtroom / Legal Drama, Lawyers, Political Protest
Classification: Based on Fiction Book/Short Story, Drama, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$61,322,858
International BO:
$10,397,073

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23
Boiler Room
Director: Ben Younger
Lead Roles: Giovanni Ribisi as Seth Davis, Vin Diesel as Chris Varick, Nia Long as Abbie Halpert, Nicky Katt as Greg Weinstein, Scott Caan as Richie
Initial Theatrical Release: February 18, 2000 (Wide) by New Line
Keywords: Crime Drama, White Collar Crime, 1990s, Dysfunctional Family, FBI
Classification: Original Screenplay, Drama, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$16,963,963
International BO:
$11,809,674

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24
The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle
The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle
Director: Des McAnuff
Lead Roles: Robert De Niro as Fearless Leader, Rene Russo as Natasha Fatale, Jason Alexander as Boris Badenov
Initial Theatrical Release: June 30, 2000 (Wide) by Universal
Keywords: Family Adventure, Animal Lead, Talking Animals, Secret Agent, Commies, Voiceover/Narration, Cold War, FBI
Classification: Based on TV, Adventure, Live Action, Kids Fiction
Domestic BO:
$26,000,610
International BO:
$9,129,000

Synopsis

Popular cartoon characters Rocky and Bullwinkle make their big-screen debut in this adventure tale that combines animation with live action. Years after their television show was canceled, Rocky and Bullwinkle are still living off the residuals. This time, when three cartoon villains enter the real world as real people, they decide to take over the United States.

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25
Keeping the Faith
Director: Edward Norton
Lead Roles: Ben Stiller as Rabbi Jacob Schram, Edward Norton as Father Brian Finn, Jenna Elfman as Anna Reilly
Initial Theatrical Release: April 14, 2000 (Wide) by Walt Disney
Keywords: Religious, Romance
Classification: Original Screenplay, Romantic Comedy, Live Action, Contemporary Fiction
Domestic BO:
$37,036,404
International BO:
$8,300,000

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