Comparison Freshness: Jan 18, 2026
InterstellarVSInception
🏆 Rating Winner
Interstellar
HIT
Comparison
Rating
Vote Count
Release Date
Runtime
Budget
Revenue
Genres
Inception
HIT
Battle Verdict: Who Wins?
In this cinematic clash of Adventure hits, Interstellar takes the audience favorite trophy with a +0.1 lead in ratings. However, Inception continues to dominate the cultural conversation when it comes to worldwide collections.
★ 8.5
Audience Rating
★ 8.4
$746,606,706
Box Office
$839,030,630
$165,000,000
Budget
$160,000,000
169 min
Runtime
148 min
Nov 5, 2014
Release Date
Jul 15, 2010
Deep Dive Analysis
🎭 Audience & Critical Reception
In terms of audience reception, both Interstellar (8.5) and Inception (8.4) stand on equal footing. They both managed to capture the cultural zeitgeist of their respective release years (2014 and 2010), proving that quality storytelling resonates regardless of the sub-genre.
💰 Box Office Performance
In the theater aisles, Inception was the undisputed heavyweight champion, pulling in significantly higher global collections than Interstellar. Its financial success in 2010 was a testament to its broad marketing reach and "must-see" status.
🎬 Thematic & Style Clash
The contrast between Adventure and Action makes this an interesting study in style. Interstellar prioritizes broad narrative appeal, creating a engaging experience. On the other hand, Inception is all about visceral spectacle and pacing, leading to a much more adrenaline-fueled narrative.
🏆 The Final Verdict
Final Verdict: It's a split decision. Watch Interstellar if you prioritize storytelling depth and audience scores. However, if you want a culturally massive event that dominated the conversation (and the box office), Inception is your pick.