Twilight (2008 film) than Summit's schedule for the production and release of the sequel would provide, Chris Weitz was selected to direct it in December 2008. Twilight (2008 film) Twilight is a 2008 American romantic fantasy film based on Stephenie Meyer's novel of the same name. Directed by Catherine Hardwicke, the film stars Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson. It is the first film in "The Twilight Saga" film series. This film focuses on the development of the relationship between Bella Swan (a teenage girl) and Edward Cullen (a vampire), and the subsequent efforts of Edward and his family to keep Bella safe from
The Twilight Saga (film series) $20,368 per theater. The film has made $192.7 million in the United States and Canada, and a further $200.8 million in international territories for a total of $393.6 million worldwide. The film was released on DVD in North America on March 21, 2009 through midnight release parties, and sold over 3 million units in its first day. It has continued to sell units, totaling as of July 2012, making $201,323,629. "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" set records for advance ticket sales, causing some theaters to add additional showings. The film set records as the biggest midnight opening in domestic (United