With a script solely written by Lucas, the film launched Mark Hammil, Harrison Ford, and Carrie Fisher to stardom, along with veterans such as Peter Cushing and Alec Guinness.

Before being rebranded ' Episode IV: A New Hope,' this sci-fi vehicle was made with tooth and nails, a diminished budget, and a lot of effort.

That said, here's a list of the biggest summer blockbusters of all time from their inception in 1975 all the way up until 2012.īefore it became a multimillion-dollar property, Star Wars was the name of the third film directed by George Lucas. Of course, the cinematic landscape changes from decade to decade, and in 2012, The Avengers was released, cementing the MCU proper and becoming one of the biggest game changers in movie history. Since then, summer blockbusters are pumped yearly into theaters, many of them exploring themes affecting society or simply creating a unique brand of spectacle that cannot be achieved in any other form of media. A single movie that year came out in the summer of that year sparked a nationwide fear of sharks, making every single beachgoer afraid of going for a swim. It's weird to think the summer blockbuster wasn't a thing right until 1975.

Summer blockbusters are packed with action, special effects, big-name stars, and compelling stories, making them perfect for success. Movie theaters are bombarded with the best output from studios as many people are looking to escape the heat while looking to be entertained. Summer is the best time of the year to draw massive crowds of moviegoers and rank as much profit as possible, From May to August. The summer blockbuster has become a staple in the film industry.

Texas Destiny by Lorraine Heath