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• The Count Of Monte Cristo (2002)

• The Man From U.N.C.L.E. (2015)

• Stardust (2007)

• Immortals (2011)

• Black Adam (2022)

• Justice League (2017)

• Man Of Steel (2013)

• Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018)

• Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice (2016)

Highlights

• Henry Cavill's movies have collectively grossed $4.1 billion globally, and his net worth is estimated to stand at $50 million.
• Cavill starred in blockbusters like Justice League and Man Of Steel, the latter of which is the highest-grossing solo Superman movie.
• His diverse roles span historical dramas, fantasy epics, and action comedies like Mission: Impossible - Fallout.

As one of Hollywood's most in-demand leading men, Henry Cavill has built a stellar career defined by both critical acclaim and blockbuster success.

The British actor made his film debut in the film adaptation of The Count Of Monte Cristo in 2002. Since then, Cavill has starred in over twenty films, collectively grossing an astonishing $4.1 billion at the global box office.

Thanks to a string of box office hits, Henry Cavill has an estimated net worth of $50 million. Among his vast repertoire lie critically acclaimed turns in historical dramas, fantasy epics, and spy thrillers.

Cavill's breakout role came as Charles Brandon in Showtime's historical drama The Tudors. He is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Superman in the DC Extended Universe.

In 2024, Cavill starred in Matthew Vaughn's stylish spy thriller Argylle, and Guy Ritchie's action-packed comedy The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare, both box office successes.

Let's look at the highest-grossing Henry Cavill movies to date.

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9 The Count Of Monte Cristo (2002)

Global Box Office, The Count Of Monte Cristo - $75,395,048

Henry Cavill kicked off his film career with this swashbuckling tale of betrayal and vengeance.

Based on Alexandre Dumas's timeless novel, The Count Of Monte Cristo found Cavill portraying Albert Mondego, the son of his character's greatest enemy.

This lavish period drama offered audiences thrilling sword fights, intricate plots, and a taste of Cavill's on-screen allure. The Count of Monte Cristo ignited imaginations and the box office.

In North America alone, the film earned over $54 million, with international audiences adding another $21 million to its gross, bringing its global total to $75 million.

8 The Man From U.N.C.L.E. (2015)

Global Box Office, The Man From U.N.C.L.E. - $110,045,109

In a delightful twist of espionage, Henry Cavill donned the mantle of Napoleon Solo, a debonair C.I.A. operative, in the stylized 2015 spy flick The Man From U.N.C.L.E.

This Guy Ritchie-directed action-comedy saw Cavill's Solo reluctantly partner with a steely K.G.B. agent (Armie Hammer) against a backdrop of Cold War intrigue.

Critics delivered a mixed verdict, and despite high hopes, The Man From U.N.C.L.E. struggled at the box office.

Its opening weekend saw a modest gross of $13.4 million, falling short of expectations by approximately $5 million and landing it in third place.

The Man From U.N.C.L.E. managed to accumulate $45.4 million in North America and $64.4 million in other territories, resulting in a global total of $109.8 million.

Despite surpassing its production budget of $75 million, The Hollywood Reporter estimated that the studio incurred losses of at least $80 million when considering all expenses and revenues.

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7 Stardust (2007)

Global Box Office, Stardust - $137,515,140

Henry Cavill's foray into the romantic fantasy adventure film Stardust saw him play Humphrey, a preening rival for the affections of the village beauty.

As the pompous rival Humphrey, Cavill embraces a farcical side, vying for the affections of a fallen star (Claire Danes).

Stardust weaves magic, romance, and the supernatural, highlighting Cavill's willingness to experiment early in his career. Sporting a surprisingly blond hairdo, Henry Cavill was nearly unrecognizable in the film.

Stardust grossed $38 million in North America and $99.5 million overseas, totaling $137 million worldwide against its $70 million budget.

6 Immortals (2011)

Global Box Office, Immortals - $226,904,017

Henry Cavill unleashed his heroic potential in this fantasy action thriller inspired by Greek myth.

As Theseus, a brave mortal chosen by the gods, Cavill battled mythical beasts and power-hungry tyrants amid breathtaking landscapes.

Director Tarsem Singh's signature visual flair brought the ancient world to life with striking imagery and visceral action sequences.

The film received mixed reviews, with critics praising Tarsem's direction, costume design, and music score, but criticized the film's storytelling and the lack of character development.

Immortals grossed $83.5 million in the United States and Canada and $143 million in other countries, for a total of $227 million worldwide.

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5 Black Adam (2022)

Global Box Office, Black Adam - $393,452,111

The hierarchy of power in the DC Universe shifted in 2022 with the arrival of Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam.

Fans got a jolt of electricity in a post-credits scene that sent shockwaves through the superhero fandom. Henry Cavill, in his return, donned the iconic red and blue suit once again as Superman.

This electrifying cameo teased a clash of titans for the ages – the unstoppable force of Black Adam meeting the immovable object of Superman.

The film received poor critical reception and was classified as a box-office bomb, as it failed to break even from its $67 million production budget.

Black Adam grossed $168.2 million in the United States and Canada and $225.1 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $393.3 million.

4 Justice League (2017)

Global Box Office, Justice League - $661,326,987

Assembling Earth's mightiest heroes for the first time on the big screen, Justice League was an epic superhero team-up that promised to be a cinematic spectacle.

Henry Cavill donned the red cape once again as Superman, joining forces with Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Cyborg, and the Flash to face a world-ending threat.

Although the action sequences and performances were praised, Justice League received mixed reviews overall, with some criticizing the plot, pacing, and visual effects.

At the box office, Justice League grossed $229 million in the United States and Canada and $432.3 million in other territories, for a total of $661.3 million worldwide.

Up against an estimated break-even point of as much as $750 million, Deadline Hollywood reported that Justice League lost the studio around $60 million.

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3 Man Of Steel (2013)

Global Box Office, Man Of Steel - $670,145,518

Henry Cavill's debut as Superman was an explosive one. Man Of Steel offered a bold re-imagining of the Kryptonian hero's origin story.

Director Zack Snyder infused the film with his trademark grit and stylized visuals, delivering earth-shattering action sequences that pushed the boundaries of superhero cinema.

Cavill brought both power and vulnerability to his portrayal of Clark Kent/Kal-El, a man grappling with his extraordinary powers and place in the world.

Critics were divided in their opinions regarding the film's action sequences, with some feeling that they were insufficient to offset the movie's slide into mainstream blockbuster territory.

Additionally, there was disagreement among critics regarding Henry Cavill's portrayal of Superman.

Man Of Steel grossed $291 million in the United States and Canada and $377 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $668 million, making it the highest-grossing solo Superman film of all time.

Deadline Hollywood's analysis revealed that Man Of Steel made a net profit of $42.7 million, considering all expenses and revenues.

2 Mission: Impossible - Fallout (2018)

Global Box Office, Mission: Impossible - Fallout - $791,658,205

The Mission: Impossible saga continues to defy expectations, with its sixth chapter, Fallout, setting the bar even higher.

Henry Cavill made a splash as the villainous August Walker, a charismatic yet chilling counterpoint to Tom Cruise's Ethan Hunt.

His memorable bicep reload in a bathroom fight scene has gone down as one of the most iconic moments in action movie history.

Walker's cunning plots proved the ultimate challenge for Ethan Hunt, resulting in heart-pounding stunts and mind-bending twists.

Critics raved about Fallout's death-defying stunts and jaw-dropping action sequences, pushing the boundaries of the action genre.

Mission: Impossible - Fallout grossed $220.1 million in North America and $571 million in other territories, for a total global haul of $791.6 million against a $178 million production budget.

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1 Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice (2016)

Global Box Office, Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice - $874,362,803

Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice was a monumental superhero face-off that marked the first live-action film to feature Batman and Superman together on the big screen.

Henry Cavill reprises his role as Superman, while Ben Affleck steps into Batman's iconic cape and cowl, creating a dynamic and electrifying on-screen rivalry.

Batman v Superman promised a clash of ideologies and super-powered might the likes of which the world had never seen.

In the film, criminal mastermind Lex Luthor manipulates Batman into a confrontation with Superman, leading to a grand showdown.

After a strong opening weekend that shattered box office records, the film suffered a significant decline in its second weekend, from which it never fully recovered.

The film grossed $166 million in the United States and Canada in its opening weekend.

Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice grossed $330.4 million in North America and $543.3 million in other territories, for a total of $873.6 million worldwide.

According to Deadline Hollywood, Dawn Of Justice turned in a net profit of $105.7 million, when all expenses and revenues for the film were considered.

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