Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour and the 10 highest-grossing concert movies

So far, it looks like Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour is on track to be one of the biggest concert movie hits ever. The film has already gained $100 million in advance ticket sales and might crack higher once it actually premieres. That’s not counting how much more can come in with special showings.

So where would this rank on the lists of the highest concert films ever? Well, it would be a topper, although Taylor has some big competition from other major artists with a couple of interesting entries. Per Box Office Mojo, here are the 10 highest-grossing concert films of all time currently, even if Swift may be topping that list soon.

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour and the 10 highest-grossing concert movies

#1 This Is It (2009)
U.S. Gross: $72.09 million
Worldwide: $261.18 million

Leave it to Michael Jackson to save his best act for last. The world was stunned when, while rehearsing his 2009 farewell tour, Jackson suddenly collapsed and died. With so much attention, the producers pieced together the rehearsal footage to create Jackson’s final performances, showing the great performer he still was and the worldwide box office take the fitting final legacy for his pop icon.

#2 Justin Bieber: Never Say Never (2011)
U.S. Gross:  $73.01 million
Worldwide: $99.03 million

Made at the height of Bieber’s success, this followed the Canadian singer in the buildup to his 2010 Madison Square Garden show. It also follows him in his home of Vancouver and meeting some celebrity friends. Even if you’re not a Bieber fan, the box office take for it is impressive.

#3 Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert (2008)
U.S. Gross: $65.28 million
Worldwide: $70.64 million

As she hit a huge height as Hannah Montana, Miley Cyrus put out this unique concert film that had her bouncing between her Hannah persona and herself. She also talked the Jonas Brothers into appearing and Disney smartly released it on Super Bowl weekend to maximize a good take for what was basically three concert films in one.

#4 One Direction: This Is Us (2013)
U.S. Gross: $28.87 million
Worldwide: $68.57 million

Part of the “Take Me Home Tour,” this 3-D film shows the popular British boy band both before and after their breakout on The X-Factor. It also follows them about London before a concert at the O2 Arena and still fun to see a younger Harry Styles with his old cohorts.

#5 Katy Perry: Part of Me (2012)
U.S. Gross: $25.3 million
Worldwide: $32.72 million

The second-highest-grossing documentary of a female artist, the movie showed Perry’s wild performances. But it also showed her personal side, including the breakdown of her marriage to Russell Brand and appearances from Rihanna, Hugh Jackman, and others. Still, the star is Perry putting on a show as only she can for a fantastic experience.

#6 Madonna: Truth or Dare (1991)
U.S. Gross: $15.01 million
Worldwide: $29.01 million

This gross may seem low now, but for 1991, this was a fantastic haul. Only Madonna could make a movie like this, mixing together her outlandish concert performances with behind-the-scenes looks at her life, her family, her offbeat ways backstage, and more. From being threatened with arrest to Warren Beatty complaining about the cameras, it’s a one-of-a-kind concert film and thus perfect for Madonna.

#7 Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience (2009)
U.S. Gross: $19.1 million
Worldwide: $23.18 million

Given the huge popularity of the Jonas Brothers, this film’s take was seen as a disappointment. Despite appearances from Demi Lovato and others, the film seemed pretty dull, not giving much insight to the brothers and lacking appeal to anyone but the devoted fanbase. So, it’s little wonder it sunk to the lower part of this list.

#8 U2 3D (2007)
U.S. Gross: $10.36 million
Worldwide: $22.73 million

The first of two entries by U2 on this list, they had to be talked into doing a 3D version of their Vertigo Tour. As it turned out, the movie wonderfully captured their unique vibe with spectacular visuals. It was screened at Cannes and Sundance, and critics view it as one of the greatest concert films ever. So, the take may not be as large as others on this list, but it is still a huge winner.

#9 Glee: The 3D Concert Movie (2011)
U.S. Gross: $11.9 million
Worldwide: $18.66 million

It can be a bit bittersweet to see today, given the sad fate of a few cast members. Yet this wild production shows the Glee cast at their best, doing some great numbers from the show and a few surprises like Gwenyth Paltrow popping in. Its low take may have been moviegoers not as interested in something they could watch on TV but still impressive for this list.

#10 U2: Rattle and Hum (1988)
U.S. and WorldWide Gross: $8.6M

This fantastic film followed U2 on their Joshua Tree Tour, performing hits like “Where the Streets Have No Name.” But it mixed in great stuff like teaming with blues legend B.B. King, Bob Dylan and others. The direction mixes with powerful moments like Bono’s rant about the IRA and the power showcasing U2 at their finest.

Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour opens in theaters Friday, Oct.13. Do you think The Eras Tour will beat Michael Jackson’s This Is It? Where on this top 10 will the movie land?