The credit for Leonardo DiCaprio’s success goes to his passion, hard work, and undying admiration for his skill.
Considered one of the greatest actors, Academy Award winner Leonardo DiCaprio continues his stronghold on modern-day cinema. He is not only honored as an amazing actor with a stellar resume but also as one of the highest-paid actors. He’s in the $20 million club, including Robert Downey Jr., Sandra Bullock, Angelina Jolie, Denzel Washington, and Matt Damon.
No doubt, Downey Jr. gets that number for the Iron Man films, but in no way DiCaprio is less than him. And here are the top 10 highest-paid roles of DiCaprio that are nearly equal to the Iron Man actor.
10. Gangs of New York (2002)
The film is based on Herbert Asbury’s 1928 nonfiction book of the same name – depicts the history of the gangs of New York with the Irish-American immigration in the city and America. For the film, DiCaprio earned $10 million and extra earnings based on the film’s success.
9. The Beach (2000)
The Beach is adapted from Alex Garland’s 1997 novel – and follows the story of Richard, who discovers a peculiar map during his trip to Thailand. Rumors say that the map leads to a hidden island paradise. So, with his friends, he embarks on a journey to find it. DiCaprio received $20 million for his role (Richard) in the movie.
8. Catch Me if You Can (2002)
In the film, Frank Abagnale Jr. works as a doctor, lawyer, and co-pilot for a major airline before turning 18. His mastery of deception and forgery made him a real bank robber at just the age of 17. FBI Agent Carl Hanratty (Tom Hanks) pursues Abagnale Jr. to bring him to justice, but he stays ahead of his every turn. For the role of Jr., DiCaprio earned a payment of $20 million for his portrayal in the movie.
7. The Aviator (2004)
The Aviator centers around the life of the wealthy Howard Hughes (portrayed by Leonardo DiCaprio). The film explores his role as an aviator and filmmaker who builds his fortune and grapples with the growing symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). DiCaprio’s portrayal earned him $20 million and a Golden Globe award for Best Actor in a Film.
6. The Departed (2006)
In Martin Scorsese’s award-winning 2006 film, an undercover cop and a mole within the police try to expose each other while infiltrating an Irish gang in South Boston. The movie is a remake of the Hong Kong film Infernal Affairs, showcasing intersecting plotlines to build a climax. DiCaprio’s earnings for his role in this high-budget production amounted to $20 million.
5. Blood Diamond (2006)
Set during the Sierra Leone Civil War in 1999, the film shows a nation torn apart by the conflict between government soldiers and rebels. DiCaprio plays a former jailed diamond smuggler still seeking to score some highly valued conflict diamonds. The actor received $20 million for his role in the movie.
4. The Great Gatsby (2013)
The Great Gatsby is a 2013 romantic drama film inspired by a 1925 novel. The film follows the story of a writer and Wall Street trader, Nick, who finds himself drawn to the lifestyle of his millionaire neighbor, Jay Gatsby. DiCaprio brings home $20 million for his role in the movie.
3. The Revenant (2016)
The Revenant portrays the true story of American frontiersman Hugh Glass in the 1823 Missouri Territory. In the movie, Glass fights for survival after a bear attack and abandonment by his own hunting team. DiCaprio’s earned (yet another) $20 million paycheck.
2. The Wolf Of Wall Street (2013)
Based on the autobiography of Jordan Belfort, the film showcases his rise and fall, involving securities fraud, corruption, and mob infiltration in the 1990s corporate world. DiCaprio received $25 million for starring in the movie, earning him a Golden Globe for Best Actor.
1. Inception (2010)
Inception follows Cobb, a skilled individual who enters people’s dreams to extract information using a dream-sharing device. DiCaprio’s involvement in the intriguing yet puzzling film earned him a $59 million payment (the highest of all).
