7 iconic films released on the same day

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All moviegoers have been discussing the simultaneous release of Barbie and Oppenheimer, two highly anticipated films released on July 21, 2023.

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However, this is not the first time 2 iconic films were released together, here are 7 such pairs of iconic films.

Pairs of iconic films released simultaneously

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Despite being released on the same day, in contrast to Jaws 2, a thrilling shark film, Grease was a feel-good romance with catchy melodies.

1) Grease and Jaws 2 (June 16, 1978)

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Moviegoers must have struggled while deciding between the two films but it is hardly unexpected that both films had successful box office runs.

2) Die Hard and A Fish Called Wanda (July 15, 1988)

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The beloved children’s animated classic Toy Story was released alongside the iconic film Casino starring Sharon Stone and Rober De Niro

3) Toy Story and Casino (November 22, 1995)

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With Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan who had terrific comic timing, Rush Hour debuted on the same day as the unexpected box office hit The Princess Diaries.

4) The Princess Diaries and Rush Hour 2 (August 3, 2001)

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These two classic films share a holiday theme. While Will Ferrell's comedic skills are on display in Elf, the focus of Love Actually is on illustrating various types of love.

5) Elf and Love Actually (November 7, 2003)

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Yet another dark Nolan film was released alongside a relatively happier film, Mamma Mia, a musical featuring songs by the renowned group Abba.

6) The Dark Knight and Mamma Mia (July 18, 2008)

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Tom Cruise's character Ethan Hunt has gained a tonne of admirers just as Robert Downey Jr.'s portrayal of Sherlock Holmes did.

7) Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows and Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol (December 16, 2011)

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