In 1994, a film based on the comic (titled "The Crow") was released to theaters by Miramax Films. The film was both a critical and commercial success, earning $50,693,129 total gross during its 1994 United States theatrical release. A cult following, in part due to the accidental death of its star Brandon Lee on the film's set, has maintained the film's popularity, with a regular staple of movie memorabilia being found at retailers like Hot Topic. Three sequels have been made so far: ' (1996), starring Vincent Pérez (as The Crow), Mia Kirshner, Richard Brooks and Iggy Pop; ' (2000), starring Eric Mabius (as The Crow), Kirsten Dunst and Fred Ward; and "" (2005), starring Edward Furlong (as The Crow), David Boreanaz and Tara Reid.