Guardians of the Galaxy marked the third year in a row Disney Studios produced the No. 1 film. Guardians of the Galaxy was also a part of Marvel's Phase 2, introducing new species, conflicts, and overall expanding the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The new franchise grossed over $772.8 million, beating out The Hunger Games Mockingjay Part 1 by $20 million and establishing what would later be a trilogy of its own.