It worked. Three decades into his career, Will Smith stays as one of the most successful actors of his generation. The actor reviews his career goals, understands how vital box office was to longevity, and researches what elements are required to turn movies into blockbusters.
Smith has been nominated for five Golden Globe Awards and has won four of them. He was nominated for Academy Awards twice. Here are Will Smith’s 10 highest-grossing movies, ranked, according to Box office mojo. (Excluding his voice-over animation movie)
10. I, Robot (2004)
Budget– $120 Million
World Wide Gross: – $353 Million
Gross Profit: – $233 Million
IMDB Rating– 7.1/10
I Robot was set in 2035, where powerful robots became common and help human society in every way possible. Robots follow three laws, which stop them from harming humans.
A cop named Del Spooner (Will Smith) is Robophobic and looks into the mysterious death of a robotics professor. Spooner Partners with the scientist Susan Calvin (Moynahan) to reveal the profound mystery.
Interesting Fact:
At the movie’s premiere, when the lights came up, Will Smith’s son Jaden Smith turned to him and said, “Dad, you gotta stop saving the world in every movie you make!”
9. Hitch (2005)
Budget– $70 Million
World Wide Gross: – $371 Million
Gross Profit: – $301 Million
IMDB Rating– 6.6/10
A romantic comedy, “Hitch” is timed for Valentine’s Day, starring Will Smith as Alex “Hitch” Hitchens, expert dating advisor. At the same time, Eva Mendes plays job girl Sara Melas, a tabloid gossip reporter. This movie is a refreshing twist to understand the relationship. Here comes the Rom-com side of Will Smith.
Hitch received well by the audience and critics alike. It was the fifth-straight No. 1 debut for Smith, following “Shark Tale,” “I, Robot,” “Bad Boys II,” and “Men in Black II.” Those movies all opened in the $46 million to $52 million range.
Interesting Fact:
Hitch is the third highest-grossing romantic comedy of all time, trails only to ‘What Woman Want’ and ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding.’
8. Men in Black II (2002)
Budget- $140 Million
World Wide Gross: – $445 Million
Gross Profit: – $ 305 Million
IMDB Rating– 6.2/10
Jay (Will Smith) is now Man in Black’s top agent checks alien movement on Earth. But when an old threat, Serleena, comes back in search of the hidden Light of Martha, the Earth’s very existence is jeopardized.
This movie is a little low on critical acclaim but proved a massive hit on the box office worldwide.
Interesting Fact:
David Koepp was initially involved with the film’s script but left to do Spider-Man (2002).
7. I Am Legend (2007)
Budget– $150 Million
World Wide Gross: – $585 Million
Gross Profit: – $435 Million
IMDB Rating– 7.2/10
New York: The world’s most famous city hits the headlines when a lethal virus wipes out the entire city’s population, leaving two survivors: Will Smith and Samantha (his dog). Well, it’s two ordinary, familiar survivors, because the city does have many beasts and monsters…
The film grossed $256,393,010 in North America and a total of $585,349,010 worldwide.
Interesting Fact:
Will Smith first move toward Guillermo Del Toro to direct, but he decided to make Hellboy II instead.
6. Men in Black (1997)
Budget– $90 Million
World Wide Gross: – $589 Million
Gross Profit: – $499 Million
IMDB Rating– 7.3/10
This movie is a snappy, intelligent, humorous motion picture that delivers the perfect mix of science fiction-style action with witty dialogue. Men in Black’s lusciously unconventional essence lend an inspirational twist to a premise that has powered many conspiracy theory movies and popular television series.
The movie is fresh, well-paced, and well-acted. MIB was an instant hit when it was released and, after many years, is still a favorite for many sci-fi lovers across the globe.
Interesting Fact:
“The Men in Black” start as a six-issue comic book in 1990-91.
5. Men in Black 3 (2012)
Budget– $225 Million
World Wide Gross: – $624 Million
Gross Profit: – $399 Million
IMDB Rating– 6.8/10
Men in Black 3, Agent J (Will Smith), and K (Tommy Lee Jones) are back when K’s life and the fortune of the Earth are at stake; Agent J will have to transport back in time to put things in order. J finds that there are secrets to the universe that K never told him. J finally teams up with K to save his partner and planet.
This movie was successful at the box office with a gross profit of nearly $400 million.
Interesting Fact:
MIB 3 is the fourteenth biggest grosser movie of 2012
4. Hancock (2008)
Budget– $150 Million
World Wide Gross: – $629 Million
Gross Profit: – $479 Million
IMDB Rating– 6.4/10
Hancock is surprising and unique and hooks you within 10 minutes. It’s a different kind of superhero movie. The special effects are outstanding, and when you think you’ve understood the film, you are handed another bolt from the blue.
John Hancock (Will Smith) is far from our standard superhero. This superhero is a mess. Nevertheless, Will Smith gave a strong performance, and it’s worth a watch.
Interesting Fact:
Will Smith is a big fan of professional wrestling. He defines Hancock as Stone Cold Steve Austin, of course, with super-power.
3. Suicide Squad (2016)
Budget– $175 Million
World Wide Gross: – $746 Million
Gross Profit: – $571 Million
IMDB Rating– 5.9/10
This movie showcase variety of DC rogues and anti-heroes, including Deadshot (Will Smith), Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie), Diablo (Jay Hernandez), among others.
Deadshot’s arc is less complicated; he is a killer tumbled on hard times, and he wants to transform himself to be a good father. Suicide Squad is a likable movie.
Suicide Squad was a massive hit on the box office and raked in tons of cash for the makers.
Interesting Fact:
Almost all leading man in Hollywood was thought-out for the role of Deadshot before Will Smith took part.
2. Independence Day (1996)
Budget– $75 Million
World Wide Gross: – $817Million
Gross Profit: – $742 Million
IMDB Rating– 7/10
As much as Independence Day is about space-age drama, it’s also about family and relation between father and their children – But beyond that, “Independence Day” represents a real moment in cinematic history, as the top-grossing film of 1996, earning $817 million at the box office and a definitive popcorn picture.
Will Smith played the role of Captain Steven Hiller, a Marine F/A-18 pilot, and wannabe astronaut.
Interesting fact:
At first, the US military had agreed to support the film by permitting the team to film at military bases. However, after learning of Area 51 mention in the script, they withdrew their support.
1. Aladdin (2019)
Budget– $183 Million
World Wide Gross: – $1.05 Billion
Gross Profit: – $867 Million
IMDB Rating– 6.9/10
Aladdin is the first movie of Will Smith that reached 1 billion clubs. Smith played the role of amusing and gently Ginn, who has the power to award three wishes to whoever owns his magic lamp.
However, the role was undoubtedly challenging; however, Smith instantly connected with the film’s core values and the chance it gave him to show off his acting range. Eventually, Smith played it on the screen like no other can. He was terrific as a Genie.
The 3D version of the movie is a massive success all over the world. People enjoyed it as much as its 1992 animated version with the same name.
Interesting Fact:
The blue form of the Genie was done entirely through CGI, not with make-up.
So, this is the list, guys. Which Will Smith movie do you like the most? Please share your views with us in the comment section and for more updates, stay with tripple10.com.