-The Kings of the Box Office-Highest Grossing Actors of All Time-
1. Tom Hanks
Coming in at number one on the list is Academy Award nominee and winner Tom Hanks. Hanks’ films have grossed a monumental $3.971.6 billion throughout his acting career. Renowned for roles in classics including “Forrest Gump,” “Apollo 13,” and “Castaway,“ the versatile Hanks is also a successful producer and director.
Highest Grossing Film: Hanks pulled in $409.9 million voicing the beloved toy cowboy Woody in “Toy Story 3,”
2. Eddie Murphy
Comedian, actor, voice actor, film director, producer and singer… Eddie Murphy does it all. The Academy Award nominee comes in second on the list with an astounding movie career gross of $3,713.6 billion. Murphy has starred in some of comedy’s greatest hits, including “Beverly Hills Cop” and “The Nutty Professor.” In addition to garnering laughs from audiences, Murphy has lent his voice to animated film characters playing characters Mushu the dragon in Disney’s “Mulan” and Donkey in the “Shrek” film series.
Highest Grossing Film: Eddie Murphy as the animated Donkey in “Shrek 2” grossed $441.2 million.
3. Harrison Ford
Third on the list, grossing $3,424.6 billion throughout his film career, is Harrison Ford. Ford is most famous for playing the iconic Han Solo in the original "Star Wars" trilogy and continues to wow audiences with his talent. Ford has played the title role in several box office hits, including the "Indiana Jones" series and the cult classic "Blade Runner."
Highest Grossing Film: Ford’s highest grossing film, "Star Wars," made $461.0 million.
4. Robin Williams
Robin Williams may have started his career in television as alien Mork on “Mork & Mindy,” but his impact on the film world is undeniable. William’s films have grossed $2,962.6 billion worldwide. He is not only known for his comedic flair, shining in classic comedies like “Birdcage,” but is also recognized as one of the great dramatic actors in the business, winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in “Good Will Hunting” in 1997.
Highest Grossing Film: “Night at the Museum”, $250.9 million.
5. Tom Cruise
Despite Tom Cruises’ couch-jumping antics, he remains a major force in Hollywood. Cruise’s films have grossed $2,871.7 billion throughout the past few decades. He has headlined some of the greatest hits in the film industry over the past 30 years, including his breakthrough role in “Risky Business” and his critically acclaimed performance in “Jerry Maguire.” Cruise is expected to reprise his role in the a new installment of his hit action series “Mission: Impossible IV” in 2010.
Highest Grossing Film: “War of the Worlds,” which grossed $234.30 million.
6. Samuel L. Jackson
Samuel L. Jackson, the sixth highest grossing actor on the list, has appeared in over 100 films during his career, pulling in $2,895.90 billion. Jackson’s credits range from minor roles in “Kill Bill 2” and the “Iron Man” films, to headlining roles in “Pulp Fiction,” “Black Snake Moan” and “Snakes on a Plane.” Jackson is expected to appear in several films in 2010, including reprising his role as Nick Fury in “Captain America: The First Avenger.“
Highest Grossing Film: “Revenge of the Sith”, an installment in the "Star Wars" prequel trilogy, which grossed $380.3 million.
7. Morgan Freeman
Morgan Freeman is hailed among the world’s greatest actors, so it is not a surprise that he is number seven on the list. Freeman's movies have grossed $2,790.2 billion and his credentials speak for themself. He has received Academy Award nominations for his performances in “Street Smart,” “Driving Miss Daisy,” “The Shawshank Redemption” and most recently “Invictus.” Freeman took home the prize in 2005 for his role alongside Hillary Swank in “Million Dollar Baby.” In 2010 Freeman will appear in the film “Red.”
Highest Grossing Film: “The Dark Knight” which, according to boxofficemojo.com, grossed in $533.3 million and seven Academy Award nominations.
8. Bruce Willis
Bruce Willis began his television and film career in the 1980s and has continued to lead the pack in action, comedy and dramatic films. His films have grossed $2,638.3 billion and continue to do well at the box office. Willis is most known for his as John McLane in the “Die Hard” series, a role which has cemented his position as the head honcho of action flicks. Willis has a busy 2010, appearing in “The Expendables,” “Cop Out” and the yet to be released “Red” with the next actor on the list.
Highest Grossing Film: The Sixth Sense, a film headlined by Willis that grossed $293.5 million worldwide.
9. Cameron Diaz
Cameron Diaz is the last of the three ladies to appear on this list. Diaz’s career has been filled with critically acclaimed films which have grossed $2,565.7 billion. Diaz rose to fame in the 1990s with comedic roles in “The Mask,” “My Best Friend’s Wedding” and “There’s Something About Mary.” She has also been praised for dramatic roles in “Being John Malkovich” and “Vanilla Sky.” Diaz is slated to appear as Lenore Case in the 2011 superhero action film, “The Green Hornet.”
Highest Grossing Film: Her highest grossing film thus far is “Shrek 2”.
10. Will Smith
Rounding out the top ten is the former Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Will Smith. A long way from the streets of West Philadelphia, Smith has grown to be one of the biggest movie stars of our time. His films, including “Bad Boys,” “Men in Black” and “Hancock,” have grossed $2,520.9 billion worldwide. Smith's work has been recognized as he was nominated for two Academy Awards for “The Pursuit of Happyness” and “Ali.” Future film projects for Smith include a third installment in the “Men In Black” series, “Men In Black III.” He has also had enormous success as a recording artist, though he has not released an album in recent years.
Highest Grossing Film: His highest grossing film to date is the action packed "Independence Day," a film that grossed $306.2 million.
11. Julia Roberts
Julia Roberts is the second woman on the list, grossing $2,497.4 billion over her entire film career. She captured public praise for her role as a loveable prostitute alongside Richard Gere in “Pretty Woman", and a string of successful romantic comedies and dramatic roles have placed her among the most profitable women in Hollywood. Roberts recently starred in “Eat Pray Love,” showing that she is still one of Hollywood’s leading ladies.
Highest Grossing Film: Her highest grossing film is the casino heist hit “Ocean’s 11” which brought in $183.4 million.
12. Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp is known in Hollywood and around the world for his ability to play offbeat characters like Edward Scissorhands and Sweeney Todd, and still succeed with mainstream audiences. Depp’s films have grossed $2,456.0 billion worldwide and the public’s love for Johnny Depp is far from over. He recently wrapped filming on the thriller “The Tourist” alongside Angelina Jolie, and is currently reprising his role as Captain Jack Sparrow and filming “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.”
Highest Grossing Film: "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest," which grossed $423.3 million.
13. John Travolta
John Travolta is lucky number 13 on the list of highest grossing actors, bringing in a career gross of $2,351.0 billion. Travolta’s career began in television in the 1970s with his role on “Welcome Back Kotter” and has continued on to present day. Travolta has played some of the most iconic characters in film history, including his role as Danny Zuko in “Grease” and the disco dancing Tony Manero in “Saturday Night Fever.” In addition, Travolta has twice received Academy Award nominations for his roles in “Pulp Fiction” and “Saturday Night Fever.” Travolta is currently expecting a son with wife Kelly Preston.
Highest Grossing Film: “Grease,” Travolta’s highest grossing film, made $188.4 million.
1. Tom Hanks
Coming in at number one on the list is Academy Award nominee and winner Tom Hanks. Hanks’ films have grossed a monumental $3.971.6 billion throughout his acting career. Renowned for roles in classics including “Forrest Gump,” “Apollo 13,” and “Castaway,“ the versatile Hanks is also a successful producer and director.
Highest Grossing Film: Hanks pulled in $409.9 million voicing the beloved toy cowboy Woody in “Toy Story 3,”
2. Eddie Murphy
Comedian, actor, voice actor, film director, producer and singer… Eddie Murphy does it all. The Academy Award nominee comes in second on the list with an astounding movie career gross of $3,713.6 billion. Murphy has starred in some of comedy’s greatest hits, including “Beverly Hills Cop” and “The Nutty Professor.” In addition to garnering laughs from audiences, Murphy has lent his voice to animated film characters playing characters Mushu the dragon in Disney’s “Mulan” and Donkey in the “Shrek” film series.
Highest Grossing Film: Eddie Murphy as the animated Donkey in “Shrek 2” grossed $441.2 million.
3. Harrison Ford
Third on the list, grossing $3,424.6 billion throughout his film career, is Harrison Ford. Ford is most famous for playing the iconic Han Solo in the original "Star Wars" trilogy and continues to wow audiences with his talent. Ford has played the title role in several box office hits, including the "Indiana Jones" series and the cult classic "Blade Runner."
Highest Grossing Film: Ford’s highest grossing film, "Star Wars," made $461.0 million.
4. Robin Williams
Robin Williams may have started his career in television as alien Mork on “Mork & Mindy,” but his impact on the film world is undeniable. William’s films have grossed $2,962.6 billion worldwide. He is not only known for his comedic flair, shining in classic comedies like “Birdcage,” but is also recognized as one of the great dramatic actors in the business, winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in “Good Will Hunting” in 1997.
Highest Grossing Film: “Night at the Museum”, $250.9 million.
5. Tom Cruise
Despite Tom Cruises’ couch-jumping antics, he remains a major force in Hollywood. Cruise’s films have grossed $2,871.7 billion throughout the past few decades. He has headlined some of the greatest hits in the film industry over the past 30 years, including his breakthrough role in “Risky Business” and his critically acclaimed performance in “Jerry Maguire.” Cruise is expected to reprise his role in the a new installment of his hit action series “Mission: Impossible IV” in 2010.
Highest Grossing Film: “War of the Worlds,” which grossed $234.30 million.
6. Samuel L. Jackson
Samuel L. Jackson, the sixth highest grossing actor on the list, has appeared in over 100 films during his career, pulling in $2,895.90 billion. Jackson’s credits range from minor roles in “Kill Bill 2” and the “Iron Man” films, to headlining roles in “Pulp Fiction,” “Black Snake Moan” and “Snakes on a Plane.” Jackson is expected to appear in several films in 2010, including reprising his role as Nick Fury in “Captain America: The First Avenger.“
Highest Grossing Film: “Revenge of the Sith”, an installment in the "Star Wars" prequel trilogy, which grossed $380.3 million.
7. Morgan Freeman
Morgan Freeman is hailed among the world’s greatest actors, so it is not a surprise that he is number seven on the list. Freeman's movies have grossed $2,790.2 billion and his credentials speak for themself. He has received Academy Award nominations for his performances in “Street Smart,” “Driving Miss Daisy,” “The Shawshank Redemption” and most recently “Invictus.” Freeman took home the prize in 2005 for his role alongside Hillary Swank in “Million Dollar Baby.” In 2010 Freeman will appear in the film “Red.”
Highest Grossing Film: “The Dark Knight” which, according to boxofficemojo.com, grossed in $533.3 million and seven Academy Award nominations.
8. Bruce Willis
Bruce Willis began his television and film career in the 1980s and has continued to lead the pack in action, comedy and dramatic films. His films have grossed $2,638.3 billion and continue to do well at the box office. Willis is most known for his as John McLane in the “Die Hard” series, a role which has cemented his position as the head honcho of action flicks. Willis has a busy 2010, appearing in “The Expendables,” “Cop Out” and the yet to be released “Red” with the next actor on the list.
Highest Grossing Film: The Sixth Sense, a film headlined by Willis that grossed $293.5 million worldwide.
9. Cameron Diaz
Cameron Diaz is the last of the three ladies to appear on this list. Diaz’s career has been filled with critically acclaimed films which have grossed $2,565.7 billion. Diaz rose to fame in the 1990s with comedic roles in “The Mask,” “My Best Friend’s Wedding” and “There’s Something About Mary.” She has also been praised for dramatic roles in “Being John Malkovich” and “Vanilla Sky.” Diaz is slated to appear as Lenore Case in the 2011 superhero action film, “The Green Hornet.”
Highest Grossing Film: Her highest grossing film thus far is “Shrek 2”.
10. Will Smith
Rounding out the top ten is the former Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Will Smith. A long way from the streets of West Philadelphia, Smith has grown to be one of the biggest movie stars of our time. His films, including “Bad Boys,” “Men in Black” and “Hancock,” have grossed $2,520.9 billion worldwide. Smith's work has been recognized as he was nominated for two Academy Awards for “The Pursuit of Happyness” and “Ali.” Future film projects for Smith include a third installment in the “Men In Black” series, “Men In Black III.” He has also had enormous success as a recording artist, though he has not released an album in recent years.
Highest Grossing Film: His highest grossing film to date is the action packed "Independence Day," a film that grossed $306.2 million.
11. Julia Roberts
Julia Roberts is the second woman on the list, grossing $2,497.4 billion over her entire film career. She captured public praise for her role as a loveable prostitute alongside Richard Gere in “Pretty Woman", and a string of successful romantic comedies and dramatic roles have placed her among the most profitable women in Hollywood. Roberts recently starred in “Eat Pray Love,” showing that she is still one of Hollywood’s leading ladies.
Highest Grossing Film: Her highest grossing film is the casino heist hit “Ocean’s 11” which brought in $183.4 million.
12. Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp is known in Hollywood and around the world for his ability to play offbeat characters like Edward Scissorhands and Sweeney Todd, and still succeed with mainstream audiences. Depp’s films have grossed $2,456.0 billion worldwide and the public’s love for Johnny Depp is far from over. He recently wrapped filming on the thriller “The Tourist” alongside Angelina Jolie, and is currently reprising his role as Captain Jack Sparrow and filming “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.”
Highest Grossing Film: "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest," which grossed $423.3 million.
13. John Travolta
John Travolta is lucky number 13 on the list of highest grossing actors, bringing in a career gross of $2,351.0 billion. Travolta’s career began in television in the 1970s with his role on “Welcome Back Kotter” and has continued on to present day. Travolta has played some of the most iconic characters in film history, including his role as Danny Zuko in “Grease” and the disco dancing Tony Manero in “Saturday Night Fever.” In addition, Travolta has twice received Academy Award nominations for his roles in “Pulp Fiction” and “Saturday Night Fever.” Travolta is currently expecting a son with wife Kelly Preston.
Highest Grossing Film: “Grease,” Travolta’s highest grossing film, made $188.4 million.
