Hollywood star Mark Ruffalo has gained widespread recognition for embodying the Marvel character Bruce Banner, aka The Hulk, in recent years. However, his exceptional talent and performances extend beyond the superhero world of the MCU, as he has showcased his versatility in a diverse range of films throughout his decades-long career. Known for his ability to seamlessly transition between genres, he has become one of the most respected actors in the industry and has also earned numerous accolades, including three Oscar nominations.
Considering the same, let’s delve into his illustrious career, highlighting some of his standout performances and exploring movies that have achieved significant success at the box office.
Mark Ruffalo’s Non-Superhero Highest-Grossing Movies
Collateral ($220.9 Million)
Starring alongside Tom Cruise and Jamie Foxx, Michael Mann’s 2004 film Collateral featured Mark Ruffalo as an LAPD detective Ray Fanning. The movie follows a cab driver who unknowingly gets caught up in a hitman’s contract killing spree. Ruffalo has a significant role in the movie, as he establishes the connection between the killer’s victims.
Earning praise from critics for the direction and cast performances, the movie went on to be a box-office hit, grossing over $220 million against its $65 million budget. Collateral also earned nominations for Best Supporting Actor and Best Film Editing at the 77th Academy Awards.
Shutter Island ($299.4 Million)
Before he landed the role of The Hulk in the MCU, Mark Ruffalo collaborated with a notable critic of the superhero franchise, Martin Scorsese, for the 2010 psychological thriller Shutter Island. And the movie once again showcased his nuanced and impressive acting skills, reaffirming his prowess on-screen.
Shutter Island follows Deputy U.S. Marshal Teddy investigating a psychiatric facility on Shutter Island after a patient goes missing. Starring alongside Leonardo DiCaprio, Ruffalo plays a psychiatrist, who pretends to be Teddy’s partner. The film mostly received positive reviews and garnered $299.4 million at the box office.
Now You See Me 2 ($328.3 Million)
The sequel to the 2013 heist film brought back the Four Horsemen with Mark Ruffalo as their leader, Dylan Rhodes. Now You See Me 2 follows the group with Dylan Rhodes being recruited by a criminal mastermind, Walter Mabry, to steal a data chip. Ruffalo’s performance alongside an ensemble cast, including Jesse Eisenberg, Dave Franco, Woody Harrelson, Lizzy Caplan, Daniel Radcliffe, and Michael Caine, left a lasting and memorable impression. While it received mixed reviews, the film achieved substantial box office success, grossing over $328 million worldwide.
Now You See Me ($342.7 Million)
Introducing the street magicians called The Horsemen, the 2013 film Now You See Me also attained prominent success. The storyline revolves around FBI agent Dylan Rhodes chasing the Horsemen after they rob the insurance magnate Arthur Tressler. Filled with illusions and hidden secrets, the movie keeps the viewers hooked as the story unfolds. Despite its mixed reviews, Now You See Me became a box office hit, grossing over $342 million on an estimated budget of $75 million.
While his Marvel ventures have raked at the box office, Mark Ruffalo does not need to turn into the MCU’s green monster to give a box office hit. His iconic performances in the psychological thrills of Shutter Island to the magical heist of Now You See Me, not only state his versatility and range as an actor but have also consistently contributed to box office successes.
