"The Fate of the Furious" crossed the finish line on Sunday as the biggest global opening in movie history. That total beats the global record held by Disney (DIS)'s "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," which made $529 million worldwide its opening weekend in 2015. "Fate" also broke box office records for bringing in the biggest international opening in movie history. Related: How being ridiculous made the 'Fast and Furious' franchise greatThe film also drove past records in China, a growing movie market. The record-breaking weekend of "Fate of the Furious" is good news for the future of 16-year old series.

Source: CNN April 16, 2017 16:01 UTC