The sequel, "Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel," was released in 2009, and also performed well at the box office.
"Alvin and the Chipmunks" is a computer-animated comedy film released in 2007, based on the popular animated TV series of the same name. The movie follows the adventures of three singing chipmunks, Alvin, Simon, and Theodore, who are discovered by a struggling songwriter, Dave Seville. The movie was a commercial success, grossing over $200 million worldwide.
The widespread availability of movie torrents can have a significant impact on the movie industry. According to a study by the Digital Entertainment Group (DEG), the movie industry lost an estimated $29.2 billion in revenue due to piracy in 2008.