The Avengers Breaks $1 Billion Across the Globe

The Avengers soared to new heights over the weekend, blowing past the $1 billion barrier internationally and once again finishing atop the box office in the United States.

The superhero blockbuster set another record in the process, finishing with the highest second weekend box office haul in Hollywood history: $102.3 million. Avatar had held the previous mark.

It also set the pace by becoming the fastest film to ever earn more than $300 domestically, accomplishing the feat in nine days. Sorry, The Dark Knight. It's now second place for you.

Here's a look at the top five biggest earners from the weekend:

1. The Avengers: $103.2 million
2. Dark Shadows – $28.2 million
3. Think Like A Man: $6.3 million
4. The Hunger Games: $4.4 million
5. The Lucky One: $4.0 million

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