'Mockingjay' becomes 2014's highest-grossing movie

LOS ANGELES: "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1" is now 2014's highest-grossing movie in the US.

The Jennifer Lawrence-starring film snatched the title from the previous holder "Guardians of the Galaxy" following a battle at the box office.

Per Wednesday, January 21, "Mockingjay" collected $333.2 million while "Guardians" garnered $333.17 million domestically, reported Ace Showbiz.

"Mockingjay" was released on November 21 and so far has collected over $700 million worldwide. It opens in China on February 8.

In 2013, "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire" also faced off a Marvel movie in a similar battle. Back then, the Lionsgate project toppled "Iron Man 3" from its top position as the highest-grossing movie. It eventually garnered $424.7M, passing Robert Downey Jr-starring superhero film at $409M.

"The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 2" is set for release on November 20. Also featuring Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth among others, the action adventure movie is directed by Francis Lawrence.