On November 1, 1997, James Cameron’s epic Titanic was introduced to the world at the Tokyo International Film Festival. This premiere marked the beginning of one of the most iconic film journeys in history, a significant moment in the annals of cinema. Titanic captivated audiences worldwide, winning 11 Academy Awards and becoming the highest-grossing film of its time. 

Fun Facts:

• Titanic had a budget of over $200 million, making it the most expensive film at the time.
• The movie grossed over $2 billion worldwide, holding the box office record until Avatar surpassed it in 2009.
• Kate Winslet and Leonardo DiCaprio were the main characters in the story, and they appeared in most of the film’s marketing pieces.
• Although the film was released on November 1st, it would be released in the United States in December of the same year.
• The entire film runs for 195 minutes from start to finish.
• It won 11 Academy Awards, tying for the most Oscar wins with Ben-Hur and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King.
• Celine Dion’s “My Heart Will Go On” became a global hit and is still associated with the film today.
• The film’s 1997 Tokyo premiere was the first of many, launching a worldwide release that captivated audiences from all corners of the globe, demonstrating the true universal appeal.