These are the top 20 richest actors in the world

8 July 2022, 12:32 | Updated: 11 August 2023, 17:00

Who are the richest actors in the world and how exactly did they make their money? Here is the definitive list of the wealthiest screen stars from across the globe and their individual net worths...

Only a handful of actors become iconic and stand the test of time. And if they achieve that, it means one thing: money. Lots of it.

From legendary actors with decades of experience such as Sean Connery and Robert de Niro, to young guns like Leonardo DiCaprio and Bollywood superstars such as Shah Rukh Khan, we've got them all.

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Some of the more popular actors are worth half a billion dollars, some have various business ventures to supplement their large incomes and others are even in the Guiness Book of World Records for their successes - but just who tops the list?

These are the current top 20 richest actors in the world, as of 2020:

1. Leonardo DiCaprio's net worth is $260 million

   

   Bursting into the public eye as Jack in Titanic and with huge follow up roles in Wolf of Wall Street and Catch Me If You Can to name just a few, Oscar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio has earned a net worth of $260 million so far throughout his career.

2. Brad Pitt's net worth is $300 million

   

   Famous for roles in films including Fight Club, Ocean’s Eleven and Once Upon A Time In Hollywood Brad Pitt has his own production company Plan B, which is behind big hits like Kick Ass and Eat, Pray Love.

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   His acting skills and production company have earnt him in excess of $300 million, making him one of the most successful men in Hollywood.

3. Robert Downey Jr's net worth is $300 million

   

   With iconic roles in Iron Man, Sherlock Holmes and The Avengers and a reputation as one of the most bankable actors in the Hollywood, Robert Downey Jr. has netted himself in excess of $300 million throughout his acting career.

4. Will Smith's net worth is $300 million

   

   Since bursting onto the acting scene in his breakout role in the TV series The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air, Will Smith is now worth $300 million.

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   The star has had a long and successful career with films including I am Legend, Men in Black and his most recent role as the Genie in Aladdin.

5. Michael Douglas' net worth is $300 million

   

   Michael Douglas has acted in hugely successful films including Fatal Attraction and Wall Street which, coupled with producing, has earned him a net worth of $300 million.

6. Tom Hanks's net worth is $350 million

   

   With a back catalogue of iconic films including Forrest Gump, Da Vinci Code and Angels and Demons and his voiceover work as Woody in Toy Story grossing over $1 billion for the first film alone - it's no surprise Tom Hanks has earned an impressive net worth of $350 million.

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7. Sean Connery's net worth is $350 million

   

   James Bond actor Sean Connery has won two BAFTA Awards, an Oscar and three Golden Globes throughout his career, earning him an impressive $350 million.

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8. Keanu Reeves' net worth is $360 million

   

   The star of The Matrix and John Wick is also a producer and musician, alongside an iconic actor. Keanu's creative endeavours - including stints as a director - have earnt him $360 million by 2020.

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9. Jackie Chan's net worth is $370 million

   

   Best known for his roles in Karate Kid, Police Story and Rush Hour, Jackie Chan has a net worth of $370 million from his work as an actor, producer and director in Hollywood.

10. Clint Eastwood's net worth is $375 million

    

    The actor, producer and director has won a whopping five oscars throughout his varied career and amassed a fortune of $375 million.

11. Arnold Schwarzenegger's net worth is $400 million

    

    Actor and former governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger has a net worth of $400 million and alongside his acting credentials is also the wealthiest bodybuilder in the world.

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12. Sylvester Stallone's net worth is $400 million

    

    Known for his iconic roles in Rambo and Rocky, Sylvester Stallone is one of Hollywood's highest paid actors with a fortune of $400 million.

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13. Jack Nicholson's net worth is $400 million

    

    82-year-old Jack Nicholson is an icon in Hollywood best known for his roles in The Shining, As Good As It Gets and Batman.

    The star has amassed a fortune of $400 million in his 60 year career.

14. Amitabh Bachchan's net worth is $400 million

    

    Amitabh Bachchan is one of India's biggest names in Bollywood.

    Starring huge hits such as Agneepath and Deewaar has earned him an estimated worth of $400 million.

15. Adam Sandler's net worth is $420 million

    

    With Adam Sandler's biggest movies Hotel Transylvania 2 and Big Daddy both grossing over £160 million each at the box office, it's not surprising Adam Sandler is worth an estimated $420 million and is one of the highest earning stars in Hollywood.

16. Mel Gibson's net worth is $425 million

    

    With an Oscar and Golden Globe under his belt for his performance in Braveheart (which he also directed) Mel Gibson's long list of credits including The Passion Of The Christ and Mad Max makes him one of Hollywood's hottest properties.

17. Robert De Niro's net worth is $500 million

    

    One of the most respected actors of recent times, Robert De Niro's $300 million net worth has been earned with roles in classic movies including Goodfellas, The Godfather Part II, Casino and more recently Meet The Fockers and The Intern.

18. George Clooney's net worth is $500 million

    

    From his breakout role in TV series ER to the hugely successful Ocean's franchise, partnership with Nespresso and recent sale of his tequila brand for almost a billion dollars, George Clooney's career has netted him a cool $500 million.

19. Tom Cruise's net worth is $570 million

    

    The second richest actor in the world, Tom Cruise's millions stem from his wildly successful films including Top Gun and the Mission:Impossible franchise.

    The superstar has also recently released a trailer for the much anticipated Top Gun 2, due to be released in 2021.

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20. Shah Rukh Khan's net worth is $600 million

    

    Widely regarded as the “The King of Bollywood” with over 80 films under his belt, Shah Rukh Khan from New Delhi is the richest actor in the world with an estimated net worth of $600 million.