Scarlett Johansson Becomes Highest-Grossing Actor In Box Office History

Scarlett Johansson, whose recent film Jurassic World: Rebirth is having a solid run in theatres, has become the highest-grossing actor in box office history. The movie was released on July 4 (India) and earned $318 million worldwide within the first six days. This is the second-highest global opening in franchise history. It is also the biggest international debut in 2025 for a Hollywood release. Rebirth is Johansson's debut in the Jurassic franchise, taking over from the previous lead star, Chris Pratt. 

Scarlett Johansson: Highest-Grossing Star

Scarlett Johansson's films have now generated a cumulative $14.8 billion worldwide, making her the highest-grossing actor. According to The Numbers, her earnings come from 36 lead and ensemble roles, including her most loved for her role as Marvel's Black Widow. The 'Marvel Cinematic Universe' alone has resulted in $8.7 billion of Johansson's global earnings.

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Johansson's earnings have surpassed her MCU peers Samuel L Jackson and Robert Downey Jr, according to The Wrap. The latter has $14.2 billion in leading roles, with approximately $11.8 billion coming from the MCU. Johansson has broken the record with fewer films than her co-stars: Jackson has played 71 high-grossing roles, while Downey Jr. has played 45. 

In Jurassic World Rebirth, Scarlett Johansson plays Zora Bennett, an ex-military officer on a mission on an island where dinosaurs still live following the events of the 'Jurassic World' trilogy. The sci-fi action-thriller is directed by Gareth Edwards. In India, the film earned ₹38.25 crore in one weekend (July 4 to July 6).

Here are some of Scarlett Johansson's best films

Black Widow (2021)

Johansson plays Natasha Ramanoff, a former spy and member of the Avengers. The action-packed film shows her in a long-overdue solo story after years of ensemble roles. 

Jojo Rabbit (2019)

This film earned Johansson her first Oscar nomination, and for good reason. She plays a single mother in the World War II era, navigating political versus personal/moral ambitions.

Marriage Story (2019)

Marriage Story is another acclaimed work by Johansson, where she nails a raw and intimate portrayal of a woman going through a divorce. She earned an Oscar nomination for this role, too.

Lucy (2014)

Another brilliant sci-fi thriller by Johansson, where she plays an ordinary woman who accidentally gains access to increasingly powerful portions of her brain after a synthetic drug is absorbed into her system.

Her (2013)

Johansson voiced the character of Samantha, an AI companion. Without physically appearing on screen, she added depth and humanity to the futuristic love story.