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R-rated movies usually come with limits — smaller audiences, bigger risks — but these films turned that on its head, raking in millions. From Joker's billion-dollar triumph to a deeply controversial drama that sparked global debates, this list isn't just about explosions and superheroes. One horror film shocked everyone by redefining the genre, and a faith-based epic still holds one of the most surprising records in history. Let's break down the 10 highest-grossing R-rated movies ever (with Deadpool 3 waiting in the wings).

Has she finished her acting career or not?

These two characters have a longer history than you might think.

Missed good old space monsters?

Step back, Sigourney Weaver!

These will save you from boredom with their power to amuse.

Action movies are at their prime again.

The leading actors may be the reason for the forgotten movie’s second life on streaming.

It was a game-changer role for our favorite actor.

Despite a star-studded cast, the movie still turned out to be a flop, but the streaming might make some changes.

Deadpool & Wolverine wouldn’t have happened if Kevin Feige got his way.

We knew Wade had a regenerating body, but did you know the suit was self-healing, too?

The two stars had a “huge fight” on the set of their joint movie. What happened between The Rock and Ryan Reynolds and what does it mean for its sequel?

When The Rock confronts Deadpool, the only result is a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

The one thing everyone was excited about — oh, it’s coming! Also, Deadpool really doesn’t like the Marvel boss now for a daft reason.

They are so bad we love them with our whole hearts.

And no, it’s not The Office’s reboot.

This 2021 star-studded action comedy with Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and Gal Gadot was destroyed by the critics — but the audience adores it to this day.

Back when Hugh Jackman was unaware just how stubborn Ryan Reynolds could be, he wanted to make his last movie special — and took a financial hit for it.

It looks like Hugh Jackman saved us from the most embarrassing Deadpool movie yet, because the original story was… Really, really, questionable.