Leonardo DiCaprio’s 15 Highest-Grossing Movies – Adjusted for Inflation
Leonardo DiCaprio has mastered the rare balance of critical acclaim and box office success. From heartthrob beginnings in Titanic to award-winning roles in films by Scorsese, Nolan, Tarantino, and Cameron, he’s built one of Hollywood’s most impressive careers. Here are his highest-grossing films, ranked by worldwide box office and adjusted for inflation.
15) Body of Lies (2008)
Directed by Ridley Scott, this spy thriller paired DiCaprio with Russell Crowe in a story of espionage and betrayal in the Middle East. Though not one of his biggest hits, it showcased his ability to elevate tense, grounded dramas.
Worldwide gross in 2008: $118,556,530
Adjusted for 2025: $176,558,135
14) Blood Diamond (2006)
DiCaprio played a mercenary smuggler in war-torn Sierra Leone in this political thriller. His intense performance earned him an Oscar nomination, and the film struck a chord with global audiences.
Worldwide gross in 2006: $171,377,916
Adjusted for 2025: $272,565,329
13) Romeo + Juliet (1996)
Baz Luhrmann’s modern take on Shakespeare paired DiCaprio and Claire Danes in a vibrant, tragic love story. It made him a heartthrob for a generation and pulled in strong global numbers.
Worldwide gross in 1996: $147,554,998
Adjusted for 2025: $312,997,937
12) Gangs of New York (2002)
In Martin Scorsese’s sweeping historical epic, DiCaprio starred as Amsterdam Vallon, facing off against Daniel Day-Lewis’s unforgettable Bill the Butcher. Though divisive at the time, it’s now considered a landmark film.
Worldwide gross in 2002: $183,124,621
Adjusted for 2025: $326,378,738
11) The Aviator (2004)
As eccentric billionaire Howard Hughes, DiCaprio delivered one of his most transformative performances in Scorsese’s lavish biopic. The film won five Oscars and was a critical and commercial success.
Worldwide gross in 2004: $208,370,892
Adjusted for 2025: $353,680,712
10) Shutter Island (2010)
This psychological thriller directed by Scorsese saw DiCaprio unraveling mysteries at a mental institution. Its twist ending sparked endless debate, and it became a global hit.
Worldwide gross in 2010: $299,461,782
Adjusted for 2025: $440,242,557
9) The Departed (2006)
DiCaprio starred as an undercover cop in Scorsese’s Boston crime epic, which also featured Matt Damon and Jack Nicholson. It went on to win Best Picture and Best Director at the Oscars.
Worldwide gross in 2006: $289,660,619
Adjusted for 2025: $460,686,207
8) Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood (2019)
Quentin Tarantino’s nostalgic love letter to 1969 Hollywood paired DiCaprio and Brad Pitt in one of the decade’s best films. DiCaprio’s role as fading actor Rick Dalton gave him some of his finest comedic moments.
Worldwide gross in 2019: $377,355,132
Adjusted for 2025: $473,258,971
7) The Great Gatsby (2013)
In Baz Luhrmann’s dazzling adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel, DiCaprio brought mystery and charisma to Jay Gatsby. Despite mixed reviews, its visuals and performances made it a massive hit.
Worldwide gross in 2013: $353,640,419
Adjusted for 2025: $486,734,819
6) The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
As Jordan Belfort, DiCaprio gave a career-defining performance in this outrageous tale of greed and excess, directed by Scorsese. It earned five Oscar nominations and became a box office juggernaut.
Worldwide gross in 2013: $389,918,903
Adjusted for 2025: $536,666,898
5) Django Unchained (2012)
DiCaprio took on a rare villainous role as the sadistic plantation owner Calvin Candie in Quentin Tarantino’s Western epic. It shocked some fans but became one of his most memorable performances.
Worldwide gross in 2012: $449,841,566
Adjusted for 2025: $628,194,286
4) Catch Me If You Can (2002)
Directed by Steven Spielberg, this cat-and-mouse tale of con artist Frank Abagnale Jr. (DiCaprio) and FBI agent Carl Hanratty (Tom Hanks) was pure charm and wit. It remains one of DiCaprio’s most rewatchable films.
Worldwide gross in 2002: $355,612,291
Adjusted for 2025: $633,799,486
3) The Revenant (2015)
This brutal survival drama finally won DiCaprio his long-awaited Academy Award for Best Actor. Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s visually stunning epic tested audiences’ endurance but became a global sensation.
Worldwide gross in 2015: $532,938,302
Adjusted for 2025: $720,947,633
2) Inception (2010)
Christopher Nolan’s mind-bending heist film about dream manipulation showcased DiCaprio’s ability to balance spectacle with emotional depth. It was a global phenomenon that redefined blockbuster storytelling.
Worldwide gross in 2010: $728,582,465
Adjusted for 2025: $1,071,098,307
1) Titanic (1997)
James Cameron’s sweeping romance-disaster epic remains DiCaprio’s biggest hit. As Jack Dawson, he became a global superstar, with the film smashing box office records and winning 11 Oscars. It’s not just his highest-grossing movie — it’s one of the biggest films of all time.
Worldwide gross in 1997: $2,207,986,545
Adjusted for 2025: $4,410,904,646
From doomed lovers and con artists to villains and visionaries, Leonardo DiCaprio’s movies have defined modern cinema while dominating the box office.