Megahit movies in hard times
Economic downturns have done wonders for the box office. Here are some of the greatest movies to hit the big screen during market slumps.
Average ticket price: $0.23 ($3.89 in today's dollars)
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Last updated August 22 2008: 10:29 AM ET
Source: Source: 1934 Film Daily Year Book of Motion Pictures