Captain America, Lucy, The Avengers: The Highest-Grossing Scarlett Johansson Movies, Ranked

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• Lucy (2014)

• Iron Man 2 (2010)

• Sing (2016)

• Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)

• The Jungle Book (2016)

• Captain America: Civil War (2016)

• Avengers: Age Of Ultron (2015)

• The Avengers (2012)

• Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

• Avengers: Endgame (2019)

Highlights

• Scarlett Johansson is the highest-grossing box office star of all time, earning $15.4 billion worldwide.
• Her success is not limited to superhero films, with her movies grossing over $300 million on average.
• Some of Johansson's highest-grossing films include Avengers: Endgame ($2.8 billion) and Avengers: Infinity War ($2.1 billion).

Earning the title of the highest-grossing box office star of all time with $15.4 billion earned worldwide is not just a result of Scarlett Johansson's hard work; it's a numerical affirmation of her unparalleled success in the film industry.

From the innocence of North to the electrifying action of Black Widow, Scarlett Johansson's journey in Hollywood has been nothing short of remarkable.

As a child, she graced the off-Broadway stage, and by her late teens, her on-screen proficiency was evident in films like Manny & Lo and Lost In Translation.

Her memorable portrayal of Natasha Romanoff (the Black Widow) in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) catapulted her to global superstardom.

With nine appearances as the fierce assassin, Johansson became not only the highest-paid actress in Hollywood for two consecutive years (2018 and 2019) but also the highest-grossing box office star of all time.

Johansson's success extends far beyond superhero tights. Per Forbes, Johansson commands $15 million per Marvel film.

Today, with an estimated net worth of $165 million and more than 50 films – each averaging a gross of over $300 million – under her belt, Johansson has unmistakably secured her status as a prominent box office draw in the industry.

Here are the ten highest-grossing Scarlett Johansson movies, ranked according to Box Office Mojo's box office data.

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10 Lucy (2014)

Global Box Office, Lucy - $474,991,117

Scarlett Johansson takes center stage as the titular character who undergoes a mind-bending transformation.

Johansson plays Lucy, a woman exposed to a groundbreaking drug that unlocks her brain's untapped potential:

Lucy, directed by Luc Besson, delves into Lucy's journey as she gains extraordinary powers, including telekinesis and heightened cognitive abilities.

While the film's exploration of the tired "humans only use 10 percent of their brains" myth and its overall logic sparked debate among critics, Johansson's performance was well received.

Lucy was massively successful at the box office, grossing an impressive $469 million globally, which is more than eleven times its $40 million production budget.

$126.7 million of the film's total gross came from the North American box office, while $336.7 million was from the international market.

9 Iron Man 2 (2010)

Global Box Office, Iron Man 2 - $623,933,331

Before she joined up with "Earth's Mightiest Heroes," Scarlett Johansson made her Marvel debut as Natasha Romanoff, the Black Widow, in Jon Favreau's Iron Man 2, a role that reportedly earned her $400,000.

While her screen time might not have rivaled that of Iron Man himself, Black Widow stole the show with her sleek moves and steely gaze, leaving audiences wanting more.

Johansson was praised for effortlessly bringing the character to life, laying the foundation for her future badassery in the MCU. The film received praise for its action sequences and performances, although critics deemed it inferior to the first film.

Iron Man 2 earned $128 million on its opening weekend, and it ranked as the fifth-highest opening weekend ever at the time.

By the end of its theatrical run, the film earned $312.4 million domestically and $311.5 million in other territories, for a total of $623.9 million worldwide.

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8 Sing (2016)

Global Box Office, Sing - $634,338,409

Scarlett Johansson belts her way into our hearts as Ash, a punk-rock porcupine with a powerful voice and even bigger dreams, in the animated jukebox musical comedy Sing.

Ash joins a ragtag crew of aspiring singers - a timid mouse, a smooth-talking koala, and a down-on-his-luck gorilla - competing in a citywide singing competition.

Lending her signature husky tones to Ash's rebellious tunes, Johansson brings depth and personality to the character, making us root for her underdog journey to stardom.

Sing's toe-tapping soundtrack, featuring hit songs by artists like Ariana Grande, combined with heartwarming themes of chasing your dreams and the power of community, resonated with viewers of all ages.

It received generally positive reviews and grossed $634 million worldwide, more than eight times its $75 million production budget.

Sing brought back $194.2 million in net profit for the studio, according to Deadline Hollywood.

7 Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)

Global Box Office, Captain America: The Winter Soldier - $714,421,503

Scarlett Johansson reprises her role as the steely Natasha Romanoff alongside Chris Evans' Captain America.

This time, they're not just saving the world, but questioning everything they thought they knew.

It turns out that S.H.I.E.L.D., Natasha's old stomping ground, harbors a sinister secret organization called Hydra. Talk about double-agent chaos.

Captain America: The Winter Soldier grossed $259.8 million in North America and $454.7 million in other territories for a worldwide total of $714.4 million, making it the fifth-highest-grossing film of 2014 worldwide.

The Winter Soldier masterfully blends espionage thrills with superhero action, introducing the Russo Brothers, who would later helm the epics Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame.

The film received positive reviews, with critics praising the performances of Johansson and Chris Evans. The undeniable chemistry between the two actors elevated the film.

Deadline Hollywood calculated the film's net profit to be $166.2 million, accounting for production budgets and marketing.

6 The Jungle Book (2016)

Global Box Office, The Jungle Book - $967,724,775

This stunning live-action adaptation re-imagines the classic tale of Mowgli, raised by wolves, and navigating the dangers and wonders of the jungle.

Johansson brings a seductive, chilling edge to Kaa, using her voice to hypnotize Mowgli. Johansson's Kaa was a complex and visually impressive character, thanks to groundbreaking CGI and motion-capture technology.

The Jungle Book was a critical and commercial hit, praised for its faithfulness to the Kipling source material while offering a fresh, modern take.

The Jungle Book was a sleeper hit; it exceeded expectations by earning $103.3 million during its opening weekend.

It ended with a worldwide total of $968 million against a budget of $175 million.

Factoring in all expenses and revenue, The Jungle Book reportedly made over $258 million in profit for the studio.

5 Captain America: Civil War (2016)

Global Box Office, Captain America: Civil War - $1,155,046,416

Scarlett Johansson reprises her Black Widow role amid a superhero showdown like no other.

Captain America: Civil War thrust the MCU to unprecedented heights, raking in a remarkable $1.15 billion worldwide on the back of a $250 million budget (and it's not even number one on this list).

Johansson's Black Widow finds herself caught in the crossfire between Captain America and Iron Man as they quarrel over the Sokovia Accords, a government proposal to regulate superheroes.

With tensions rising and allegiances tested, the Avengers fracture into splinter groups, and Scarlett's Black Widow must choose a side.

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Beyond the epic hero clashes, Civil War also delivered an impactful story, introducing fan favorites like Black Panther and Spider-Man to the MCU's then broadening ranks.

Civil War received positive reviews, including praise for the performances (particularly those of Chris Evans and Robert Downey, Jr.), action sequences, and themes.

This commercial behemoth grossed $408.1 million domestically and $745.2 million internationally, propelling it to the top of the 2016 box office charts.

Six days after its release the film had grossed $737.8 million, surpassing the entire theatrical gross of its predecessor, Captain America: The Winter Soldier ($714.4 million).

4 Avengers: Age Of Ultron (2015)

Global Box Office, Avengers: Age Of Ultron - $1,542,317,294

In the much-anticipated sequel to 2012's The Avengers, Scarlett Johansson reprised her role as Natasha Romanoff in Joss Whedon's Avengers: Age Of Ultron.

The Avengers unite to combat the artificial intelligence (AI) Ultron, creating a visually stunning, action-packed spectacle.

Noteworthy for teasing a romantic subplot between Johansson's Natasha and Mark Ruffalo's Bruce Banner/Hulk, the film offered a blend of entertainment and character development.

Grossing an impressive $1.39 billion globally, Age Of Ultron became the fourth-highest-grossing film of 2015.

Accounting for production budgets, marketing, and box office grosses, Age Of Ultron earned a net profit of $382.3 million for Disney.

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3 The Avengers (2012)

Global Box Office, The Avengers - $1,520,538,536

The Avengers assembled for the first time in this now-classic ensemble film, with Scarlett Johansson following up her Black Widow role from Iron Man 2.

This cinematic spectacle unites established heroes like Iron Man, Captain America, and Thor for an epic team-up against Loki's alien invasion:

The Avengers was the first film featuring Scarlett Johansson to cross the $1 billion mark at the box office. Twelve days after it premiered, The Avengers exceeded its $220 million production budget.

The Avengers grossed $623.4 million in the United States and Canada and $895.5 million in other territories, for a global total of $1.519 billion, making it the third-highest-grossing film at the time of its release and the highest-grossing film of 2012.

2 Avengers: Infinity War (2018)

Global Box Office, Avengers: Infinity War - $2,052,415,039

Avengers: Infinity War marked a turning point in superhero filmmaking.

Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow played a crucial but supporting role alongside the rogue Captain America, facing their biggest threat yet – Thanos, the Mad Titan seeking universal genocide.

This time, the Avengers and Guardians of the Galaxy unite in a desperate attempt to stop Thanos from collecting the Infinity Stones and snapping half of all life out of existence.

Infinity War's worldwide opening weekend of $640.5 million was the biggest of all time until it was surpassed by its sequel, Avengers: Endgame.

Just eleven days after its release, Infinity War became the fastest film to make $1 billion at the worldwide box office.

Avengers: Infinity War earned $678.8 million in the United States and Canada and $1.374 billion in other territories, for a global total of $2.052 billion, making it the highest-grossing film of 2018.

According to Deadline Hollywood, the film made a massive $500 million in net profit for Disney.

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1 Avengers: Endgame (2019)

Global Box Office, Avengers: Endgame - $2,799,439,100

Avengers: Endgame served as the culmination of the MCU's Phase Three, where Scarlett Johansson returns as the resolute Black Widow.

Thanos' devastating snap has left half the universe gone, and Earth's Mightiest Heroes are reeling.

However, hope flickers as Natasha rallies alongside them, determined to reverse the snap and avenge their fallen comrades.

Johansson delivers a performance brimming with raw emotion and fierce determination.

With a budget of $356 million, Endgame returned nearly tenfold, grossing $858 million domestically as well as $1.941 billion from international markets, for a worldwide total of $2.799 billion.

It became the highest-grossing film of all time, until it was surpassed by James Cameron's Avatar (2009) – due to a 2021 re-release of the latter film.

Endgame's global opening weekend of $1.2 billion shattered records, nearly doubling Infinity War's debut:

Endgame became the fastest film to hit $2 billion, achieving the feat in eleven days.

The film's net profit is pegged at $890 million, making it the most profitable film in 2019, and one of Disney's biggest hits.

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