Top 10 Highest-Grossing Films of Angelina Jolie’s Career

Top 10 Highest-Grossing Films of Angelina Jolie’s Career

Angelina Jolie has starred in (or voiced) several major box office successes, with her highest earners often coming from big-budget action, fantasy, and animation projects. Here is the Top 10 ranked by worldwide box office gross (figures are approximate and based on reported totals as of 2026):

1. Maleficent (2014) — $759 million Jolie’s portrayal of the iconic Disney villain was a massive global hit, blending dark fantasy with strong female empowerment themes. It remains her highest-grossing film.
2. Kung Fu Panda 2 (2011) — $665 million Jolie voiced the fierce Tigress in this animated sequel, which became one of the highest-grossing animated films directed by a woman at the time.
3. Mr. & Mrs. Smith (2005) — $487–478 million The action-comedy opposite Brad Pitt became a cultural phenomenon, fueled by their real-life chemistry. It was one of her biggest commercial breakthroughs.
4. Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (2019) — $492 million The sequel saw Jolie reprise her role as Maleficent, delivering strong international earnings despite mixed domestic performance.
5. Kung Fu Panda (2008) — $631 million Her first outing as Tigress in the beloved animated franchise delivered excellent returns and showcased her voice-acting appeal.
6. Wanted (2008) — $342 million This high-octane action thriller with James McAvoy highlighted Jolie’s action star power and performed solidly worldwide.
7. Eternals (2021) — $402 million Jolie joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Thena in this ambitious ensemble superhero film.
8. Salt (2010) — $291 million Jolie carried this spy thriller as the lead, proving her strength as a solo action heroine.
9. The Tourist (2010) — $279 million Co-starring Johnny Depp, this romantic action film benefited from strong international appeal.
10. Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001) — $275 million The video game adaptation launched Jolie as a major action star and became a defining role early in her career.

Notes:

• Voice roles in the Kung Fu Panda franchise are included, as they represent significant contributions to high-grossing films.
• Live-action films dominate her top earners, with Maleficent standing out as her signature commercial success.
• Newer projects like Maria (2024) and the upcoming Couture (2026) are unlikely to challenge these numbers due to their more dramatic focus.

Jolie’s box office legacy reflects her versatility across genres and her enduring international draw.