Samuel L. Jackson’s 11 Highest-Grossing Films – Adjusted for Inflation
From Jedi Master to Marvel’s ultimate spymaster — with a dash of animated superhero cool — Samuel L. Jackson has built one of the most impressive box office careers in Hollywood. Let’s count down his 11 highest-grossing movies, adjusted for 2025 inflation.
Whilst Endgame and Infinity War would’ve topped this list, we’ve chosen to omit them as his appearances were so fleeting in both!
11) Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
As Nick Fury, Jackson anchored the MCU with his calm authority and wry wit. In The Winter Soldier, he took center stage in one of Marvel’s most acclaimed thrillers.
Worldwide gross in 2014: $714,401,889
Adjusted for 2025: $967,574,852
10) The Incredibles (2004)
Jackson voiced Frozone, the ice-powered superhero with the most famous catchphrase in Pixar history: “Where is my super suit?!” A scene-stealer in this beloved animated classic.
Worldwide gross in 2004: $631,441,092
Adjusted for 2025: $1,071,783,745
9) Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones (2002)
As Jedi Master Mace Windu, Jackson wielded his iconic purple lightsaber in the second Star Wars prequel. His gravitas elevated every scene he was in.
Worldwide gross in 2002: $656,695,615
Adjusted for 2025: $1,170,413,268
8) Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith (2005)
In his most pivotal Star Wars role, Jackson’s Mace Windu confronted Chancellor Palpatine in one of the saga’s most dramatic showdowns.
Worldwide gross in 2005: $848,998,877
Adjusted for 2025: $1,393,834,327
7) Captain Marvel (2019)
A digitally de-aged Jackson brought Nick Fury’s younger days to life, teaming up with Brie Larson’s Carol Danvers in this cosmic MCU hit.
Worldwide gross in 2019: $1,129,727,388
Adjusted for 2025: $1,416,844,708
6) Spider-Man: Far from Home (2019)
Reprising Fury, Jackson mentored Peter Parker in the wake of Endgame. With globe-trotting action and a shocking twist, it swung to big box office numbers.
Worldwide gross in 2019: $1,131,219,645
Adjusted for 2025: $1,418,716,219
5) Incredibles 2 (2018)
Frozone returned in Pixar’s long-awaited sequel, this time with even more action and teamwork. Jackson’s cool delivery made him a highlight once again.
Worldwide gross in 2018: $1,242,805,359
Adjusted for 2025: $1,586,903,731
4) Avengers: Age of Ultron (2015)
Nick Fury rallied Earth’s mightiest heroes in the second Avengers outing, reminding audiences just how vital Jackson’s presence is in the Marvel universe.
Worldwide gross in 2015: $1,395,316,979
Adjusted for 2025: $1,887,555,220
3) Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999)
Jackson’s first appearance as Mace Windu introduced fans to the Jedi Master who would become one of the most iconic characters of the prequel trilogy.
Worldwide gross in 1999: $1,027,044,677
Adjusted for 2025: $1,976,608,335
2) The Avengers (2012)
As the mastermind behind the Avengers Initiative, Jackson’s Nick Fury was the glue holding the MCU together. This crossover event became a cultural milestone.
Worldwide gross in 2012: $1,515,100,211
Adjusted for 2025: $2,115,805,581
1) Jurassic Park (1993)
“Hold onto your butts.” Even in a supporting role, Jackson left a mark in Spielberg’s dino classic. Jurassic Park was a game-changer in visual effects and remains one of the biggest box office juggernauts ever.
Worldwide gross in 1993: $1,045,573,035
Adjusted for 2025: $2,320,025,780
Whether he’s commanding superheroes, wielding a lightsaber, or delivering iconic one-liners, Samuel L. Jackson has proven to be one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars — with box office numbers to match.
