Net Worth: $400 Million
Jackie Chan’s net worth is estimated to be around $400 million. The actor’s movies have grossed over $2.6 billion at the worldwide box office, and his celebrity status in Hong Kong puts him on par with many of Hollywood’s biggest movie stars.
So how exactly did Jackie Chan’s net worth reach an estimated $400 million? A lifetime spent in film, various product endorsements, and a business empire have all contributed to the action star fortune.
Rush Hour Scored Big In The U.S., And Jackie Chan’s Net Worth Benefited
s_bukley / Depositphotos.comRush Hour is perhaps Jackie Chan’s best-known live-action movie outside of Hong Kong and his most widely celebrated live-action franchise in the United States. When Chan and Chris Tucker teamed up, they scored big with Rush Hour, Rush Hour 2, and Rush Hour 3, bringing in $845 million globally.
Jackie Chan was reportedly paid 15 percent of each movie’s gross. Based on total box office and after-theater DVD and Blu-ray sales, it’s likely he earned $15 million per film for a total payday of $45 million.
Jackie Chan’s Movie Earnings Are Impressive
While many of Jackie Chan’s movies have turned to gold, even his flops have earned the actor and stuntman a ton of cash. Around the World in 80 Days (2004) was a box office disaster, taking in just $25 million in its first three weeks of release. Still, Fandom Wire notes that Chan demanded an $18.5 million payday for the movie.
That payday was impressive, but so are many of the paychecks Chan has taken home over several decades in the entertainment industry.
One notable paycheck was the $5 million Chan received for his role alongside Owen Wilson in the movie Shanghai Noon and then again for his reprised role of Chon Wang in Shanghai Knights. The two movies combined for a $187 million worldwide box office.
In 2016, Forbes reported that Chan was the world’s second highest-paid actor after he earned $61 million that year. The biggest part of his paycheck came from acting in the 2016 installment of his popular Monkey King franchise.
Chan also earned what we suspect to be millions of dollars for his highest-grossing movie franchise to date, Kung Fu Panda. The three movies are now among Hollywood’s highest-grossing films of all time with more than $1.8 billion in worldwide box office earnings.
- Kung Fu Panda: $632.1 million ($130 million budget).
- Kung Fu Panda 2: $665.7 million ($150 million budget).
- Kung Fun Panda 3: $521.2 million ($145 million budget).
Shortly after the release of Kung Fu Panda 3, Forbes named Chan the second highest-paid actor in the film industry with an annual income of $61 million.
Jackie Chan’s Net Worth Includes A Growing Business Empire
ChinaImages / Depositphotos.comForbes reported in 2020 that Jackie had earned $40 million for the year. While part of that money was earned from his roles in The Mystery of Dragon Seal: Journey to China and Project X-Traction, he also earned big from other projects.
Forbes noted that Chan earns regular income from producer credits, various product endorsements, and his very own line of movie theaters.
Over the past several decades, Jackie Chan has launched many successful businesses, some of which have capitalized on his popularity within Hong Kong cinema, while others are completely separate ventures, including a construction company, several restaurants, and real estate.
Here is a list of some of Jackie Chan’s biggest business ventures and a bit of information about his charity foundation.
| Venture/Activity | Description | Notable Specifics/Achievements |
|---|---|---|
| JC Group Hong Kong (Film Studio) | Established in 1998, the studio produces films in multiple languages. | Produced films like New Police Story (2004), The Myth (2005), Rob-B-Hood (2006), Little Big Soldier (2010). |
| Product Endorsements | Endorses a variety of products, including cars, watches, and clothing. | Brand ambassador for Mitsubishi, Phillips, Canon, “Little Tyrant” in China, and Kaspersky Lab’s antivirus software (2010) in Asia. |
| Investment in Real Estate | Heavy investment in properties globally. | Owns properties in Hong Kong, Canada, Australia, including apartments, commercial buildings, and a private jet. |
| Wuxi JC Film Production Company | A production company focused on the Chinese market, established in 2012. | Produced hit films like The Knight of Shadows and The Mystery of Dragon Seal. Made about $58 million in 2019. |
| Cinema Chains and Theaters | Investments in cinema chains and theaters in China. | Owns the Jackie Chan Cinema chain and several theaters in Hong Kong, including the Jackie Chan Theatre. |
| Construction Company | Jackie Chan Group Construction Limited. | Involved in constructing the Jackie Chan Film Gallery and the Jackie Chan Museum in Shanghai. |
| Restaurant Business | Owns several restaurants globally. | Restaurants serve a variety of cuisines, including Chinese, Japanese, and catering to English tourists. |
| Gum Media Company | Shareholder in a company producing TV shows and films. | Produces television shows and films in China. |
| Chan Company Limited | Produces animated films, TV shows, and comic books. | – |
| Chan’s Charity Foundation | Established for philanthropic work focusing on disaster relief, education, and healthcare. | Founded the Jackie Chan Charitable Foundation (1988) and the Dragon’s Heart Foundation (2005) for aiding children and the elderly in remote areas of China. |
Jackie Chan Will Donate His Fortune To Charity
Fandom Wire reported that Jackie Chan plans to give away his fortune when he dies. The famed actor initially promised to give away 50% of his money to charity while leaving his family with the other half. Chan then changed course, stating that he would give away his $400 million net worth to charity.
Jackie Chan’s net worth will benefit a lot of non-profit organizations, although he has yet to reveal which organizations will receive his fortune.
