Huge box-office numbers don’t occur accidentally. Over the previous 25 years, a comparatively small group of actors have change into inseparable from the movies that outlined trendy blockbuster tradition, superhero sagas, animated classics, and franchise entries that audiences saved displaying up for, 12 months after 12 months. Some led these films from the entrance, others appeared briefly or lent their voices, however their presence added as much as one thing large. Primarily based on cumulative worldwide field workplace totals, these are the 15 highest-grossing actors of the final quarter-century, and the roles that quietly (or very loudly) helped form the period of the mega-hit.
Stan Lee
By his legendary Marvel cameos, Stan Lee appeared in movies that collectively grossed $30.53 billion worldwide.
Samuel L. Jackson
With a profession spanning practically each main franchise of the final twenty years, Samuel L. Jackson’s movies have earned $28.36 billion globally.
Alan Tudyk
A key voice behind many trendy animated hits, Alan Tudyk has been a part of movies totaling $18.65 billion on the field workplace.
John Ratzenberger
Usually known as Pixar’s good-luck allure, John Ratzenberger’s films have generated $18.48 billion worldwide.
Frank Welker
One of the vital prolific voice actors in movie historical past, Frank Welker has contributed to $17.49 billion in international box-office income.
Zoe Saldaña
Anchoring two of the highest-grossing franchises ever, Zoe Saldaña’s movies have earned $16.86 billion worldwide.
Dwayne Johnson
From motion blockbusters to household animation, Dwayne Johnson’s films have introduced in $16.72 billion globally.
Scarlett Johansson
A central determine within the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Scarlett Johansson has appeared in movies totalling $16.44 billion worldwide.
Robert Downey Jr.
Because the face of Iron Man and past, Robert Downey Jr. helped drive movies that earned $16.24 billion globally.
Chris Pratt
Balancing superhero roles and animated leads, Chris Pratt’s movies have grossed $15.86 billion worldwide.
Bob Bergen
Greatest identified for voicing iconic animated characters, Bob Bergen has been a part of movies incomes $15.75 billion globally.
Idris Elba
From Marvel to animation and motion cinema, Idris Elba’s filmography totals $15.50 billion worldwide.
Jon Favreau
An on-screen presence throughout main franchises, Jon Favreau has appeared in movies grossing $15.25 billion globally.
Andy Serkis
A pioneer of efficiency seize, Andy Serkis’ movies have earned $15.20 billion on the worldwide field workplace.
Benedict Cumberbatch
Identified for balancing status roles and blockbuster franchises, Benedict Cumberbatch’s movies have generated $15.12 billion worldwide.
