Russell Crowe’s 14 Highest-Grossing Movies – Adjusted for Inflation
Russell Crowe has built a career on power, intensity, and versatility – from Oscar-winning performances in prestige dramas to blockbuster turns in superhero sagas and historical epics. His films haven’t just earned critical acclaim, they’ve also raked in huge numbers at the global box office. Here are his highest-grossing movies, adjusted for inflation.
14) State of Play (2009)
This political thriller saw Crowe as a journalist investigating a murder tied to corporate corruption. While smaller in scale, it still pulled in over $130M adjusted worldwide.
Worldwide gross in 2009: $88,832,210
Adjusted for 2025: $132,785,133
13) Cinderella Man (2005)
Crowe starred as real-life boxer James J. Braddock in this uplifting Depression-era drama. Directed by Ron Howard, it resonated with critics and audiences alike.
Worldwide gross in 2005: $105,021,488
Adjusted for 2025: $172,417,843
12) Body of Lies (2008)
Teaming with Leonardo DiCaprio and Ridley Scott, Crowe played a manipulative CIA handler in this spy thriller. Its gritty realism gave it a strong global run.
Worldwide gross in 2008: $118,556,530
Adjusted for 2025: $176,558,135
11) L.A. Confidential (1997)
One of Crowe’s breakout roles, this neo-noir crime drama became a critical darling, with Crowe’s performance as tough cop Bud White earning him widespread acclaim.
Worldwide gross in 1997: $126,204,977
Adjusted for 2025: $252,120,249
10) Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003)
In this naval epic, Crowe played Captain Jack Aubrey, commanding a warship during the Napoleonic Wars. Though more prestige than blockbuster, it still hauled in over $370M adjusted.
Worldwide gross in 2003: $212,912,137
Adjusted for 2025: $371,012,788
9) American Gangster (2007)
Opposite Denzel Washington, Crowe portrayed detective Richie Roberts in this gritty crime drama about Harlem drug lord Frank Lucas. It was both a critical and financial hit.
Worldwide gross in 2007: $267,985,456
Adjusted for 2025: $414,493,959
8) Robin Hood (2010)
Reuniting with Ridley Scott, Crowe took on the legendary outlaw in this darker take on the Robin Hood mythos. While divisive, it still earned nearly half a billion adjusted.
Worldwide gross in 2010: $322,459,006
Adjusted for 2025: $474,051,067
7) Noah (2014)
Darren Aronofsky’s biblical epic cast Crowe as the ark-building prophet, leading to a visually ambitious spectacle that found global box office success.
Worldwide gross in 2014: $352,831,065
Adjusted for 2025: $477,868,929
6) A Beautiful Mind (2001)
Crowe won critical acclaim as mathematician John Nash in this Oscar-winning drama. Balancing prestige and commercial appeal, it became one of his biggest hits.
Worldwide gross in 2001: $317,668,058
Adjusted for 2025: $575,123,707
5) Les Misérables (2012)
As Inspector Javert, Crowe lent his voice to the epic musical alongside Hugh Jackman and Anne Hathaway. Its sweeping story and global appeal made it a box office juggernaut.
Worldwide gross in 2012: $438,420,442
Adjusted for 2025: $612,244,927
4) The Mummy (2017)
Crowe joined Universal’s short-lived “Dark Universe” franchise as Dr. Henry Jekyll, acting opposite Tom Cruise. While the film divided audiences, its international box office ensured big returns.
Worldwide gross in 2017: $416,385,488
Adjusted for 2025: $801,358,543
3) Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)
In a surprise comedic role, Crowe played Zeus in Taika Waititi’s Marvel blockbuster. His playful performance helped the film soar past $800M adjusted worldwide.
Worldwide gross in 2022: $760,928,081
Adjusted for 2025: $833,669,564
2) Gladiator (2000)
The role that defined Crowe’s career. As Maximus, he headlined Ridley Scott’s epic that won Best Picture and made him a global star. Its adjusted gross puts it firmly among his top hits.
Worldwide gross in 2000: $457,683,805
Adjusted for 2025: $852,194,411
1) Man of Steel (2013)
Playing Jor-El, Superman’s Kryptonian father, Crowe joined the DC Extended Universe in Zack Snyder’s blockbuster reboot. The film remains his highest-grossing role to date.
Worldwide gross in 2013: $667,999,518
Adjusted for 2025: $919,404,590
From historical epics and gritty dramas to superhero sagas and musicals, Russell Crowe’s career proves he can thrive in nearly any genre – and deliver at the box office while doing it.
