Porn film industry is an ever growing industry but finances are often pretty tight when it comes to making a porn film. On the other hand, there were certain big budget porn films in the history.

Caligula (1979)

Budget: $17.5 million

This porn classic directed by the iconic adult film director, Tinto Brass, had Oscar winning actors like Hellen Mirren. She shocked many when she accepted this offer. The uncensored edition of the film was banned in many countries as it depicted hardcore orgies. However, it has been available in the market since 2008.

Conquest (1997)

Budget: $150,000

This was among the very first porn films that had a big budget. It also became a huge hit. Jenna Jameson starred in this porn flick. It also had a decent soundtrack. The scenes were shot at sea on actual locations.

Flashpoint X (1998)

Budget: $220,000

Backdraft's adult version, the film is a story about firefighters who put out actual fires while lighting a few sexual ones simultaneously. Jenna Jameson was in the prime of her career. The film also had adult film actors like Asia Carrera and Jill Kelly.

Fashionistas (2002)

Budget: $500,000

This film is generally in every porn enthusiast's list. The film had a true Hollywood feel with actors like Rocco leading from the front. Extravagant costumes, steady cinematography and appropriate lighting made this a special movie. It has the record of gaining 22 nominations at the AVN Awards that year.

Pirates (2005)

Budget: $1 million

One of the most talked about porn films in the history, this film is a part of the million dollar club in terms of budget. Jesse Jane starred in the film which was a sex parody of Johnny Depp starrer "Pirates of the Caribbean".

Manhunters (2006)

Budget: $250,000

This film was made by one among the top adult film producers, Wicked Pictures. Manhunters is definitely among the best they have ever produced. The story is about four women who are in the hunt of men. It won 7 AVN awards in 2006.

Operation Desert Stormy (2007)

Budget: $250,000

Another 'Wicked Pictures' production, the film is full of raunchy sex. In addition to that, the film also deals in comic sequences between grants and moans. It is a spoof of James Bond, having hardcore sex in it.

Upload (2007)

Budget: $350,000

HD cameras had already entered the business and that is what makes it even more special. It became such a huge hit that is often called the adult 'Titanic' of 2008. It won 8 AVN awards that year.

Did you know?

AVN Awards are called the Oscars of the adult film industry.

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