When we dream about the future, the possibilities are endless. Everyday a new innovation is made, some of these innovations turn out to be impactive to the everyday lives of people. In the process these projects have made dreams a reality through creativity, adaptability and perseverance, and continue to shape the world around us. The most influential entertainment projects list recognizes entertainmental projects that have transformed the sector and the entire business landscape.
Here are the top 10 most influential entertainment projects in the world.
1. Live Aid
One of the largest TV broadcasts in history, Live Aid and its galaxy of pop stars reached more than 30 percent of the world’s population at the time. The 1985 mega-event raised loads of money for famine relief in Africa and changed the business of fundraising forever.
2. Netflix Streaming
Originally introduced in 2007 to help evolve the company’s DVD-rental business, Netflix’s streaming service went on to redefine how TV and movies are watched. In 2018 the company produced close to 1,500 hours of original programming, all to be binged by more than 150 million subscribers worldwide.
3. Harry Potter
Each book in this record-setting series–launched in 1997–helped further cultivate a legendary fan base (even among Muggles). The series also sparked a slew of offshoots, from theme parks to an e-commerce Pottermore site.
4. Star Wars
When the first Star Wars hit the big screen in 1977, its epic storytelling, awe-inspiring special effects and immersive universe launched the blockbuster movie series genre. The force is all of those who continue to crank out a whole universe of sequels, prequels, graphic novels, action figures, video games, a theme park, a hotel and more.
5. Woodstock
Perhaps the most iconic music event of all time, this three-day 1969 concert was the milestone of a generation, laying the groundwork for today’s most popular music festivals, from Lollapalooza to Glastonbury.
6. Spotify
Debuting in 2008, this Swedish music-streaming app hooked consumers to the idea of streaming music and proved they’d be willing to pay for it. With more than 100 million monthly active premium subscribers, it changed how music is marketed and consumed–and how musicians get paid.
7. YouTube
The world’s largest video hosting platform has also become the world’s second-largest search engine over the last 14 years–redefining celebrity culture in the process.
8. MTV
Launched in 1981, this all-music, all-the-time channel put music videos on the map, pushed rap into the mainstream, invented the juggernaut that is reality television and made a generation say, “I want my MTV!”
9. The Lord of the Rings
By filming all of this trilogy at once–an industry first–the producers of The Lord of the Rings reimagined how films get made. They also ended up part of the fifth-highest-grossing franchise in history.
10. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
With dialogue in Mandarin Chinese, the film–a multinational venture–was a surprise success around the world. Hailed as one of the most influential martial arts films of all time, the movie’s distinct style and innovative special effects helped it become one of the highest-grossing films worldwide in 2000. Industry insiders saw it as harbinger of China’s growing economic power.
