Scarlett Johansson has recently achieved a significant milestone in the film industry, becoming the highest-grossing actor at the global box office with the release of “Jurassic World: Rebirth.” This new blockbuster has propelled her film credits to an impressive cumulative total of $14.61 billion (£10.7 billion), placing her ahead of notable Marvel stars Samuel L. Jackson and Robert Downey Jr., who boast takings of $14.60 billion (£10.7 billion) and $14.3 billion (£10.5 billion) respectively.
Incredibly, Johansson has accomplished this feat with just 36 films, whereas Jackson has appeared in 71 films and Downey Jr. in 45. Her average box office gross stands at $405.9 million (£298 million) per film, far surpassing Jackson’s $205.7 million (£151 million) and Downey Jr.’s $318.1 million (£233.5 million).
Johansson’s journey to stardom began in 2003 with her role in Sofia Coppola’s “Lost in Translation,” and she has consistently expanded her filmography over the past two decades. In “Jurassic World: Rebirth,” she takes on the character of Zora Bennett, a mercenary collaborating with pharmaceutical representative Martin Krebs, played by Rupert Friend, and palaeontologist Dr. Henry Loomis, portrayed by Jonathan Bailey.
The film has made a remarkable debut, earning $318 million (£233 million) globally within its first six days in theaters, making it one of the top performers alongside the animated Chinese film “Ne Zha 2.”
Johansson has expressed her long-standing desire to join the “Jurassic Park” franchise. She revealed to ComicBook.com that her dedication included years of monitoring franchise updates and encouraging her agents to pursue opportunities. Her enthusiasm shines through as she expressed her willingness to take on any role, even a minor one, stating, “I’ll do anything for it.”
This achievement highlights not only Johansson’s talent and dedication but also the continued success of the “Jurassic Park” franchise, offering fans a thrilling return to the world of prehistoric adventures. As she embraces this pivotal moment in her career, fans can look forward to more exciting performances from Johansson in the future.