Who are the richest Star Wars cast members? Net worths, ranked – from Adam Driver and Ewan McGregor to Natalie Portman and Samuel L. Jackson – but which iconic actor from the OG trilogy is on top?
Star Wars fans are rejoicing after the news broke last week that The Acolyte, a series that’s a part of the legendary sci-fi franchise, will be released this year.
Although the exact date has yet to be confirmed, reports state that the series will be released in June on Disney+. The Acolyte is set at the end of the High Republic era before the main Star Wars films, and will star Lee Jung-jae (remember him from Squid Game?), Joonas Suotamo, Jodie Turner-Smith and Amandla Stenberg.
Young talents may be taking the Star Wars baton but, predictably, most of the franchise’s wealth remains with the older and more established actors. Read on for are eight of the richest stars who have played a part in the franchise, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
8. Adam Driver
Estimated net worth: US$16 million
His role as Kylo Ren/Ben Solo in the new Star Wars trilogy not only thrusted him into Hollywood fame, but also resulted in a cult following. According to Parade, he made at least US$9.5 million in total for his part in the Star Wars films. He has since starred in several high-profile movies including Blackkklansman, House of Gucci and White Noise.
7. Mark Hamill
Estimated net worth: US$18 million
The first Star Wars film, A New Hope, was released in 1977. Hamill played the iconic role of Luke Skywalker and reprised the character several times during the franchise. He has also had key roles in Scooby-Doo and The Sandman. He is also known for his stage productions and voice work too, such as in The Boy and the Heron.
6. Ewan McGregor
Estimated net worth: US$25 million
The Scottish actor’s role as Obi-Wan Kenobi may be considered one of the most celebrated in the Star Wars franchise, but he almost never took the role. McGregor, 52, told Variety that he asked a lot of people for advice and was glad that he played the character, although the negative reviews were hard. He recently reprised the role in the Disney+ series of the same name.
5. Frank Oz
Estimated net worth: US$80 million
The career of Frank Oz spans from The Muppet Show to the original voice of Yoda on Star Wars. Now 79, Oz recently made headlines when he disputed allegations made by Miriam Margolyes, who said Steve Martin mistreated her while filming Little Shop of Horrors back in 1986, a film that Oz directed.
4. Natalie Portman
Estimated net worth: US$90 million
She was only 16 years old when filming began for Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace. Now 42, Portman has amassed a US$90 million fortune, cementing herself as the beloved Queen Amidala in the franchise. Portman, who lives between Paris and Los Angeles, has distanced herself from a Hollywood lifestyle. In an interview with Vanity Fair this year, she said that one of her career highlights would be to star in a musical, one feat she has yet to achieve.
3. Liam Neeson
Estimated net worth: US$145 million
His roles in Schindler’s List, Nell and Rob Roy have made Liam Neeson one of the most versatile actors in Hollywood. Now 71, Neeson has seen his net worth rise, particularly because of his US$40 million payday from the Taken franchise. The In the Land of Saints and Sinners actor played Qui-Gon Jinn, the controversial Jedi Master in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. He also made a cameo in Disney’s Star Wars franchise, which saw the Jedi master reunite with Obi-Wan.
2. Samuel L. Jackson
Estimated net worth: US$250 million
From Pulp Fiction to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and Star Wars, Samuel L. Jackson has carved a career for himself as a truly distinctive actor. In Star Wars, he plays Jedi Master Mace Windu and, despite being killed off in the 2005’s Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, he hinted at a return, telling Empire magazine, “He’s not dead,” referring to the character.
1. Harrison Ford
Estimated net worth: US$300 million
Ford once described himself as a “late bloomer”, detailing how he took acting classes as a fourth year at university to help him overcome his shyness. At 81 years old, the actor has starred in some of the most beloved franchises, including Star Wars and Indiana Jones. He’s also starred in multiple blockbusters including The Fugitive, Air Force One and Captain America: New World Order. Reprising his role as Han Solo reportedly saw him earn between US$10 million to US$20 million, according to Variety.
