Owen Wilson’s 14 Highest-Grossing Movies – Adjusted for Inflation
Owen Wilson has charmed audiences for decades with his easygoing charisma, offbeat comedic timing, and surprising dramatic depth. From heartfelt family dramas to Pixar classics and globe-spanning blockbusters, he’s consistently been part of films that audiences love – and that studios love for their box office returns. Here are Owen Wilson’s highest-grossing movies, ranked by worldwide box office and adjusted for inflation.
14) Starsky & Hutch (2004)
Wilson paired up with Ben Stiller in this buddy-cop comedy remake, playing the smooth-talking Ken Hutchinson opposite Stiller’s uptight David Starsky. The nostalgic parody of the ’70s TV show found solid success with audiences looking for laughs.
Worldwide gross in 2004: $170,200,225
Adjusted for 2025: $288,891,294
13) The Haunting (1999)
A gothic horror remake starring Liam Neeson, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Wilson, this supernatural thriller placed him in darker territory than usual. Though critics panned it, audiences flocked to theaters, making it a surprise box office hit.
Worldwide gross in 1999: $180,188,905
Adjusted for 2025: $346,784,224
12) Marley & Me (2008)
Starring alongside Jennifer Aniston, Wilson warmed hearts in this emotional family drama about life, love, and an unforgettable dog. The film’s tearjerker ending left audiences sobbing and propelled it to huge box office success.
Worldwide gross in 2008: $247,812,011
Adjusted for 2025: $369,049,486
11) Wonder (2017)
In this uplifting drama, Wilson played the supportive father of a young boy with facial differences, brought to life by Jacob Tremblay. The film struck an emotional chord worldwide and became one of Wilson’s most beloved performances.
Worldwide gross in 2017: $312,755,215
Adjusted for 2025: $409,102,464
10) Little Fockers (2010)
The third entry in the Meet the Parents series saw Wilson return as Kevin Rawley, the hilariously perfect ex-fiancé of Teri Polo’s Pam. While the film received mixed reviews, the franchise’s popularity kept it profitable worldwide.
Worldwide gross in 2010: $310,650,574
Adjusted for 2025: $456,691,342
9) Wedding Crashers (2005)
Teaming with Vince Vaughn, Wilson played a smooth-talking bachelor crashing weddings for fun and romance. The raunchy comedy became a cultural hit and one of the defining comedies of the 2000s.
Worldwide gross in 2005: $283,218,368
Adjusted for 2025: $464,970,560
8) Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (2014)
Wilson reprised his role as the cowboy Jedediah in the third Night at the Museum film. His banter with Steve Coogan’s Octavius remained a highlight, keeping the franchise’s comedic heart intact.
Worldwide gross in 2014: $353,756,621
Adjusted for 2025: $479,122,487
7) Cars 3 (2017)
Returning as the voice of Lightning McQueen, Wilson reprised one of his signature roles in Pixar’s third Cars film. While not as critically acclaimed as earlier entries, it still drove to a strong global gross.
Worldwide gross in 2017: $383,541,369
Adjusted for 2025: $501,694,973
6) Meet the Parents (2000)
As Kevin, the impossibly perfect ex-boyfriend of Pam, Wilson stole scenes with his over-the-top charm. The comedy, led by Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro, was a huge box office success and launched Wilson’s role in the trilogy.
Worldwide gross in 2000: $330,425,040
Adjusted for 2025: $615,242,159
5) Cars (2006)
Wilson’s first turn as Lightning McQueen became a beloved Pixar classic. Its heartfelt story about slowing down and appreciating life resonated with audiences, cementing Wilson’s place in animation history.
Worldwide gross in 2006: $461,630,558
Adjusted for 2025: $734,193,111
4) Cars 2 (2011)
The sequel expanded the Cars universe into a spy caper, with Wilson once again voicing Lightning McQueen. Despite mixed reviews, it raced to nearly $800M adjusted worldwide, proving the franchise’s enduring popularity.
Worldwide gross in 2011: $560,155,383
Adjusted for 2025: $798,592,711
3) Meet the Fockers (2004)
In the star-studded sequel, Wilson returned for more laughs as Kevin Rawley, holding his own among comedy heavyweights like Dustin Hoffman and Barbra Streisand. The film was another smash for the franchise.
Worldwide gross in 2004: $516,567,575
Adjusted for 2025: $876,801,870.4
2) Night at the Museum (2006)
Wilson brought cowboy Jedediah to life in the first installment of the family fantasy-comedy franchise. His miniature antics with Steve Coogan’s Roman soldier Octavius were fan favorites and helped the film become a runaway success.
Worldwide gross in 2006: $579,446,407
Adjusted for 2025: $921,571,488
1) Armageddon (1998)
In Michael Bay’s disaster epic, Wilson played Oscar Choi, one of the oil drillers tasked with saving the world. While a supporting role, being part of the ensemble in one of the biggest blockbusters of the ’90s gave Wilson his highest-grossing hit.
Worldwide gross in 1998: $554,600,000
Adjusted for 2025: $1,090,934,169
From Pixar’s Cars franchise to raunchy comedies like Wedding Crashers and all-out disaster epics like Armageddon, Owen Wilson’s career shows just how versatile – and bankable – he really is.
