Can’t get enough of the Avengers? Well, you’re not alone, and you’re also in luck because the next film in the series, “Avengers: Age of Ultron” is set to hit theaters on Friday, May 1. The Avengers have returned to help Tony Stark in his battle against Ultron.
The last time this band of the most powerful superheroes on Earth united in 2012’s “The Avengers,” the film grossed more than $600 million domestically and nearly $900 million internationally for a grand total of over $1.5 billion worldwide, according to Box Office Mojo. The “Avengers: Age of Ultron” cast obviously has the same huge star power and is also expected to bring in huge earnings in this film too, as much as $217 million in its opening weekend according to Bloomberg.
This huge projected payday means the real-life stars of “Avengers: Age of Ultron” are very wealth, with the six actors who portray the Avengers superheroes worth a combined $380 million. In addition to the Avengers actors, the cast of “Age of Ultron” is filled out with a slew of other successful, millionaire celebrities from Samuel L. Jackson to Tom Hiddleston. Here’s the breakdown of the net worths of Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johansson and the rest of the Avengers stars, as reported by CelebrityNetWorth.
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Robert Downey Jr. Net Worth: $170 Million
The legendary actor Robert Downey Jr. returns to star as multi-billionaire Tony Stark, the alias of superhero Iron Man. Downey started acting as a child back in 1970 and has since evolved into one of the most respected actors of his time, with nearly seven dozen credits to his name. In recent years this has translated to huge paychecks that made Downey the highest-paid actor in both 2013 and 2014 with earnings of $75 million each year, according to Forbes. Besides “The Avengers,” Downey’s recent films include 2014’s “Chef” and “The Judge.” Robert Downey Jr.’s net worth is estimated at $170 million.
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Chris Evans Net Worth: $40 Million
Chris Evans returns to his signature role of Steve Rogers, alias of Captain America, in “Age of Ultron” and again as the title character in 2016’s “Captain America: Civil War.” Additionally, he recently appeared in 2014’s “Before We Go” and the most recently-released Captain America film, 2014’s “Winter Soldier.” Chris Evan’s net worth is estimated at $40 million, and he was among the highest-grossing actors in 2014 appearing in films that brought in more than $800 million, according to Forbes.
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Scarlett Johansson Net Worth: $65 Million
Scarlett Johansson stars as former Soviet agent, spy, martial artist and sniper the Black Widow (alias Natasha Romanoff) in “Avengers: Age of Ultron.” In real life, the married mother of one is already set to reprise the role again in 2016’s “Captain America: Civil War.” In the meantime, you can catch Johansson in upcoming films “Hail, Caesar” and “The Jungle Book.” Scarlett Johansson’s net worth is estimated at $65 million and she made $17 million in 2014, reports Forbes.
Chris Hemsworth Net Worth: $50 Million
The Australian heartthrob stars in the film as superhero Thor, the role he’s best known for as to date he’s taken it on a total of six times. You can also catch Hemsworth in recent release “Blackhat” and upcoming film “The Huntsman,” for which he was paid $10 million. Chris Hemsworth’s net worth is estimated at $50 million, and Forbes reports that he earned $37 million in 2014, enough to land on the list of highest-paid actors that year.
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Mark Ruffalo Net Worth: $20 Million
Mark Ruffalo is returning to his role of Bruce Banner and his superhero alter-ego The Hulk in “Avengers: Age of Ultron.” There have even been rumors that he will star in his own Hulk film, though so far there’s no movie officially slated by Marvel. Ruffalo recently starred in “Foxcatcher,” for which he received an Oscar nomination, and will also appear in upcoming 2015 film “Spotlight.” Mark Ruffalo’s net worth is estimated to be $20 million.
Jeremy Renner Net Worth: $35 Million
Jeremy Renner portrays bow-wielding Avenger Hawkeye (alias Clint Barton). Renner’s past roles have also included other high-grossing franchises, as he starred in “The Bourne Legacy” and also had a supporting role in the “Mission: Impossible” franchise, which he will return to with 2015’s “Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation.” Jeremy Renner’s net worth is around $35 million.
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Samuel L. Jackson Net Worth: $170 Million
Samuel L. Jackson returns to his role as Nick Fury, the director of the S.H.I.E.L.D. international intelligence agency and founder of The Avengers. The celebrated actor has appeared in more than 150 films and television shows, including the recently-released “Kingsman: The Secret Service” and upcoming films “Barely Lethal,” “Cell” and “The Hateful Eight.” Samuel L. Jackson’s net worth is estimated at $170 million, a well-earned fortune since the Guiness Book of World Records recently named him the highest-grossing actor of all time with films that have generated $7.2 billion.
Idris Elba Net Worth: $12 Million
Elba reprises his role of Heimdall, the all-seeing and all-hearing sentry of Asgard. In 2012, the British actor won a Golden Globe in the Best Performance by an Actor in a Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television category for “Luther.” Idris Elba’s net worth is estimated at $12 million.
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Tom Hiddleston Net Worth: $8 Million
Tom Hiddleston is back to take on the role of Loki, the Marvel Universe supervillain and trickster god who was also raised by Thor’s father Odin. In addition to this film, Hiddleston will appear in a number of others this year, including “Crimson Peak,” “High-Rise” and “I Saw the Light.” Hiddleston’s net worth is estimated at $8 million.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Net Worth: $17 Million
Taylor-Johnson stars as Pietro Maximoff, alias of superhero Quicksilver, a mutant with the ability to think and move at superhuman speeds. The British actor has more than three dozen credits to his name, including another superhero film “Kick-Ass.” Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s net worth is estimated at $16 million.
Elizabeth Olsen Net Worth: $1.5 Million
Mary Kate and Ashley’s younger sister takes on the role of Wanda Maximoff, sister to Pietro Maximoff and alias of the Scarlet Witch, a mutant with the ability to hex people and manipulate probability in the film. Olsen is not a newcomer to action movies, as she appeared in 2014’s “Godzilla.” Her upcoming films include another Marvel film, “Captain America: Civil War,” in which Olsen will return as the Scarlet Witch. Elizabeth Olsen’s net worth is estimated at $1.5 million.
Cobie Smulders Net Worth: $18 Million
The 33-year-old Canadian actress plays Maria Hill in the film, a high-ranking official of S.H.I.E.L.D. Smulders is probably best known for her role as Robin Scherbatsky on popular sitcom “How I Met Your Mother,” which she held throughout the TV show’s nine seasons. Cobie Smulders’ net worth is $18 million.
James Spader Net Worth: $10 Million
This member of the legendary ’80s stars called the Brat Pack serves as the voice of Ultron in the film, a villian who is largely considered one of the most dangerous enemies of the Avengers. Spader made his acting debut in 1978’s “Team-Mates” and is currently starring in the hit TV series, “The Blacklist.” James Spader’s net worth is estimated at $10 million.
Stan Lee Net Worth: $50 Million
Serving as one of the film’s three writers, Lee makes his traditional cameo in the film. The renowned writer and producer is credited for creating the Marvel Comics characters back in the 1960’s, and has more than 100 writing and producing credits to his name. Stan Lee’s net worth is an estimated $50 million.
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