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Highlights
- Alec Baldwin is a virtuoso actor known for his diverse roles and award-winning performances.
- His acting career spans four decades, with over 80 films and a cumulative box office gross of $7.5 billion.
- Alec Baldwin has a net worth of $70 million and has earned multiple prestigious awards, including Emmys and Golden Globes.
Alec Baldwin is the gold standard of acting, a virtuoso whose performances are a symphony of perfection, each note struck with precision and passion, leaving audiences in awe of his remarkable talent and consistency. Baldwin is known for his leading and supporting roles in a variety of genres, from laugh-out-loud comedies to heart-wrenching dramas, earning him a trove of prestigious awards, including three Primetime Emmy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards, with nods from the Oscars, BAFTAs, and Tonys.
Alec made his film debut in the comedy mystery Forever, Lulu, in 1987. He then appeared in the sixth and seventh seasons of the primetime soap opera Knots Landing in 1984, which ushered him into the limelight. In the early part of his film career, he played supporting roles in Tim Burton's Beetlejuice, Working Girl, and Married to the Mob.
Across a storied career of four decades, Baldwin has established himself as a prolific actor, with a film catalog exceeding 80 titles and a cumulative box office gross of $7.5 billion. Baldwin has a net worth of $70 million. Let's take a look at the ten highest-grossing Alec Baldwin movies.
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10 The Aviator (2004)
Global Box Office, The Aviator - $213,719,942
Based on the 1993 non-fiction book Howard Hughes: The Secret Life, The Aviator features Leonardo DiCaprio in the lead role of Howard Hughes, depicting his ascent in the aviation industry and his struggle with obsessive-compulsive disorder. Alec Baldwin stars as Juan Trippe, a formidable and worthy rival of Hughes in the industry.
Baldwin's portrayal injects tension, conflict, and charm, making Trippe an intimidating antagonist. The film received positive reviews, particularly praising its cinematography and DiCaprio's performance. The Aviator grossed $102.6 million in the United States and Canada and $111.1 million overseas, for a worldwide total of $213.7 million, against an estimated production cost of $110 million, coming off as an average box office success.
Estimated Budget | $110,000,000 |
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Opening Weekend | $858,021 |
Box Office (Domestic) | $102,610,330 |
Box Office (International) | $111,109,612 |
Box Office (Total) | $213,719,942 |
9 It’s Complicated (2009)
Global Box office, It's Complicated - $219,103,655
In Nancy Meyers' romantic comedy It's Complicated, Alec Baldwin stars as Jake Adler, a charming and successful attorney. The film highlights Baldwin's exceptional comedic timing and emotional depth and brings a delightful twist to the movie, earning him widespread praise.
The film may follow familiar romantic comedy beats, but the talented cast brings warmth, wit, and chemistry to the story, making it a delightful, laugh-out-loud treat. By embracing its playful, comedic tone, the film provides a joyful, uplifting viewing experience. It's Complicated opened with $22.1 million at the domestic box office and concluded its theatrical run with $112.7 million in North America and $106 million in other regions, totaling $219.1 million worldwide.
Estimated Budget | $85,000,000 |
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Opening Weekend (Domestic) | $22,100,820 |
Box Office (Domestic) | $112,735,375 |
Box Office (International) | $106,368,280 |
Box Office (Total) | $219,103,655 |
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8 The Departed (2006)
Global Box office, The Departed - $291,481,358
In Martin Scorsese's critically acclaimed crime thriller The Departed, the three-time Emmy Award winner played Captain George Ellerby, a pivotal character in the intense cat-and-mouse chase between law enforcement and organized crime. Baldwin's authoritative demeanor and clever dialogue amplify the movie's suspense and add intensity to this Oscar-winning masterpiece.
Featuring outstanding performances from an excellent cast, the film is a thoroughly engaging gangster drama, showcasing the gritty realism and complex morality typical of Scorsese's work. The film grossed $26.9 million in its opening weekend, becoming the fourth Scorsese film to debut at number one. The Departed grossed $132.4 million in the United States and Canada and $159 million in other territories for a total gross of $291.5 million against a production budget of $90 million.
Estimated Budget | $90,000,000 |
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Opening Weekend (Domestic) | $26,887,467 |
Box Office (Domestic) | $132,399,394 |
Box Office (International) | $159,081,058 |
Box Office (Total) | $291,481,358 |
7 Rise of the Guardians (2012)
Global Box office, Rise of the Guardians - $306,941,670
The animated fantasy action-adventure film Rise of the Guardians is based on the book series The Guardians of Childhood and the short film The Man in the Moon by William Joyce. Often described as a sort of Avengers for the elementary school set, the film is wonderfully animated and briskly paced, though it falls short in the storytelling department.
Alec Baldwin lent his voice to North, a rugged interpretation of Santa Claus. As the leader of the Guardians and the Guardian of Wonder, North must convince Jack Frost to join the battle against the malevolent Pitch Black. The film received generally positive reviews from critics and viewers. In North America, it opened to $32.3 million over its extended five-day weekend and $23.8 million over the three-day weekend.
Rise of the Guardians grossed $103.4 million in the United States and Canada and $203.5 million in other countries, for a total of $306.9 million worldwide. Despite its considerable earnings, the film, with a production budget of $145 million, was deemed a box-office disappointment due to high marketing and distribution costs, resulting in an estimated loss of $87 million for DreamWorks Animation.
Estimated Budget | $145,000,000 |
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Opening Weekend (Domestic) | $23,773,465 |
Box Office (Domestic) | $103,412,758 |
Box Office (International) | $203,528,912 |
Box Office (Total) | $306,941,670 |
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6 Notting Hill (1999)
Global Box office, Notting Hill - $363,992,308.
Alec Baldwin delivers a deliciously over-the-top performance as Jeff King, the Hollywood A-lister and besotted boyfriend of Anna (Julia Roberts), in Notting Hill. Despite his limited screen time, Baldwin brings a spark of tension and humor to the story, unwittingly complicating the blossoming romance between Anna and William (Hugh Grant).
With its perfect fusion of wit, charm, and romance, the film exemplifies the power of a well-crafted love story. It received widespread acclaim from audiences and critics alike, praising its outstanding performances and riveting plot. It achieved remarkable box office success, becoming the highest-grossing British film of all time. The movie opened strongly in the United States and Canada, grossing $21.8 million, the largest opening for a romantic comedy at the time. Ultimately, Notting Hill grossed $363.9 million worldwide against a production budget of $42 million.
Estimated Budget | $42,000,000 |
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Opening Weekend (Domestic) | $21,811,180 |
Box Office (Domestic) | $116,089,678 |
Box Office (International) | $247,899,929 |
Box Office (Total) | $363,992,308 |
5 Pearl Harbor (2001)
Global Box office, Pearl Harbor - $449,220,945
In the romantic war drama Pearl Harbor, inspired by true events, Alec Baldwin stars as Major James Doolittle, under whom Danny and Rafe serve as First Lieutenants. Doolittle leads the daring raid on Tokyo following the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor. Baldwin adeptly portrays Doolittle's bravery and leadership, commanding intense action sequences and delivering motivational speeches to inspire his men.
Although the film received mixed reactions from audiences, Baldwin's performance as a courageous leader significantly enhanced its dramatic and emotional impact. Pearl Harbor generated $59 million at the domestic box office during its opening weekend. The film grossed $199 million in North America and $251 million in other countries, for a total of $449 million worldwide, making it the sixth-highest-grossing film of 2001.
Estimated Budget | $140,000,000 |
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Opening Weekend (Domestic) | $59,078,912 |
Box Office (Domestic) | $198,542,554 |
Box Office (International) | $250,678,391 |
Box Office (Total) | $449,220,945 |
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4 The Boss Baby (2017)
Global Box office, The Boss Baby - $527,965,936
The Academy Award-nominated actor breathes life into the hilariously pint-sized executive, Boss Baby, in the sidesplitting animated romp of the same name. Sporting a dapper suit and tie, Boss Baby seamlessly switches between baby talk and boardroom banter. The story centers around a young boy who teams up with his infant sibling, a covert operative, to win the hearts of adults in a rivalry between babies and puppies.
The film quickly became a family favorite, although it received mixed reviews from critics. While the animation and Baldwin's voice performance were widely praised, the complicated plot, pacing, and humor faced criticism. The Boss Baby earned $50 million during its opening weekend in the US and Canada. The film ended up grossing $175 million at the domestic box office and $353 million in other territories, achieving a worldwide total of $528 million against a production budget of $125 million.
Estimated Budget | $125,000,000 |
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Opening Weekend (Domestic) | $50,198,902 |
Box Office (Domestic) | $175,003,033 |
Box Office (International) | $352,962,903 |
Box Office (Total) | $527,965,936 |
3 Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008)
Global Box Office, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa - $603,900,354
This animated adventure comedy delivers a delightful mix of adventure and humor. Baldwin voices Makunga, a scheming lion whose lifelong dream is to become the alpha lion. As the main antagonist, Makunga constantly plots to overthrow Zuba and take control of the pride. The film received positive reviews from critics for its well-developed characters and humor, with many considering it an improvement over its predecessor.
The sequel features more refined characters, sleeker animation, and humor that hits the mark more consistently. Escape 2 Africa scored $63.1 million on its opening weekend and went on to gross $180 million in North America. Combined with a gross of $424 million in other regions, the film achieved a worldwide total of $604 million against a production budget of $150 million.
Estimated Budget | $150,000,000 |
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Opening Weekend (Domestic) | $63,106,589 |
Box Office (Domestic) | $180,010,950 |
Box Office (International) | $423,889,404 |
Box Office (Total) | $603,900,354 |
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2 Mission: Impossible–Rogue Nation (2015)
Global Box office, Mission: Impossible–Rogue Nation - $682,716,636
Alec Baldwin plays the role of Alan Hunley in Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation, a CIA director skeptical of the IMF's unorthodox ways, which led him to push for their disbandment. However, after witnessing the effectiveness of Ethan Hunt and his team firsthand, Hunley changes his stance and pushes for the IMF's reinstatement. Baldwin's authoritative, pragmatic, and stern portrayal was well-received by audiences.
Rogue Nation grossed $195 million in the U.S. and Canada and $487.7 million in other countries, for a worldwide total of $682.7 million against a production budget of $150 million, making it the eighth-highest-grossing film of 2015. According to Deadline Hollywood, the film's net profit was calculated to be $108.9 million, accounting for all expenses and revenues.
Estimated Budget | $150,000,000 |
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Opening Weekend (Domestic) | $55,520,089 |
Box Office (Domestic) | $195,042,377 |
Box Office (International) | $487,674,259 |
Box Office (Total) | $682,716,636 |
1 Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018)
Global Box office, Mission: Impossible – Fallout - $791,658,205
Following the events of Rogue Nation, Alec Baldwin reprises his role as Alan Hunley, now the Director of the IMF. Here, Hunley's support for Ethan Hunt and his team intensifies as they face a new global threat: John Lark and the Apostles' plot to acquire plutonium cores for nuclear bombs.
Determined to dismantle this rogue organization and prevent a catastrophic reshaping of the world order, Hunley displays his loyalty by confronting a traitor within the system and sacrificing himself for the team's safety. With its breakneck pace, sleek sequences, and heart-stopping stunts, Fallout redefines the impossible, setting a new benchmark for high-octane thrills in a franchise renowned for them.
The film grossed $61.2 million during its opening weekend at the domestic box office, becoming the number one film of the weekend. Worldwide, Fallout grossed $791.7 million on a $180 million production budget, making it the highest-grossing film in the franchise.
Estimated Budget | $180,000,000 |
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Opening Weekend (Domestic) | $61,236,534 |
Box Office (Domestic) | $220,159,104 |
Box Office (International) | $571,498,294 |
Box Office (Total) | $791,658,205 |
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