Brie Larson’s Net Worth is Quite the 'Marvel'

Brie Larson

In the past decade, Brie Larson has become one of the most sought-after names in Hollywood. After years of hard work, the 33-year-old actress managed to nab an Academy Award, a lucrative starring role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Captain Marvel and an impressive net worth.

But it hasn’t always been massive franchises and paydays for Larson. She got her start with smaller roles in her youth and has acted in a variety of independent films and cult favorites through the years. Her filmography is a balance between dramatic passion projects, old-school comedies and established film series.

“I wouldn’t say I had a surplus of money until about two years ago,” she told Marie Claire UK during a 2019 interview. “So, it’s still a fresh experience for me and, because I never had it, I always felt scared of it.”

Here is everything you need to know about the starlet, from her early days as a teen actress to her current estimated net worth.

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How did Brie Larson become famous?

Brie Larson’s first on-screen appearance was in a 1999 episode of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. In a sketch, she spoofed an Easy-Bake Oven commercial with the fictitious “Roadkill Easy-Bake Oven.” The team at The Tonight Show liked her enough that they kept bringing her back for additional sketches, she later told Jimmy Fallon.

From there, Larson took on several small television roles and appeared in the Jennifer Garner-helmed rom-com 13 Going on 30. She had memorable roles in the Showtime TV series United States of Tara and the movie Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, which gave her a small, but devoted, fan following. It wasn’t until 2013 that Larson had her true leading breakout role in the indie flick Short Term 12. Two years later, she starred in the film adaptation of the book Room, which launched her to newfound critical acclaim.

“I felt a deep connection to the book,” Larson said in an interview with Parade. “I loved it so much and devoured it in a day. I’m a big believer that the stories that you’re supposed to tell come to you.”

Larson won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in Room and became a household name. Soon after, she began to take part in major action franchises. She starred in 2017’s Kong: Skull Island and played the titular role in 2019’s Captain Marvel. Since joining the MCU, she has appeared in multiple Marvel movies and become a staple of the massive franchise.

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What is Brie Larson’s net worth in 2023?

Brie’s Larson’s net worth is estimated to be $25 million. In addition to her numerous film and TV roles, she has also partnered with brands like Nissan.

How much did Brie Larson make for Captain Marvel?

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Larson was paid $5 million for her starring role in 2019's Captain Marvel. The movie was the first female-led superhero flick to pass the $1 billion threshold at the global box office.

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How much did Brie Larson make for The Marvels?

While there's no official word as to how much Larson made for the Captain Marvel sequel, it has been rumored that Larson would become the highest paid actress in a superhero film with many estimating a salary upwards of $15 million. This certainly wouldn't be out of the question given how successful the original film was.

How much did Brie Larson make for Avengers: Endgame?

As of 2023, Avengers: Endgame is the second-highest earning movie in terms of total worldwide grosses. The movie earned just under $2.8 billion at the global box office and cost approximately $356 million to make. Larson’s salary for Endgame hasn’t been reported, but franchise tentpole Robert Downey Jr. made around $75 million for the final movie, according to Forbes, which combined his upfront salary and back-end points. Larson's part is small, however, so she wouldn't have earned anywhere near that amount.

How much did Brie Larson make for Room?

An independent film, Room grossed more than $35 million at the global box office. Larson’s pay isn’t publicly known, but the movie cost about $13 million to make. Larson, who was still largely unknown at the time, likely had a salary in the mid to upper six figure range.

How much did Brie Larson make for Short Term 12?

Larson’s salary for Short Term 12 remains unreported and the overall budget for the indie movie was notably tight. After winning the Grand Jury and Audience Awards at SXSW, the film went on to gross a little more than $1.6 million globally. Although the movie might not have been a huge payday, it featured several actors who went on to have substantial careers, including Rami Malek, Lakeith Stanfield, Kaitlyn Dever and Larson.

How much did Brie Larson make for Fast X?

Larson’s pay for Fast X hasn’t been reported, but the movie had a $340 million budget. The film made around $318.9 million globally in its opening weekend and doubled that during its box office run. Salaries for the latest movie are unknown, but franchise star Vin Diesel was paid nearly $20 million for F9, per Forbes. Larson, whose role is smaller, probably took home a million or two for her work.

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How much does Brie Larson make per movie?

While Larson doesn’t have a publicly disclosed rate per movie, her $5 million Captain Marvel paycheck sets a high precedent. She's also begun taking on other job titles when it comes to the movies she stars in, including director and producer in Netflix’s 2017 movie Unicorn Store. She even won an Emmy for producing the virtual reality series The Mess Truth VR Experiment.

How many movies has Brie Larson made?

Although Brie Larson has been a part of several short films, music videos, TV movies and TV series, her feature movie count is the most extensive part of her resume and comes in at a whopping 35 titles as of November 2023, according to her IMDb credits. The Marvels, wherein Larson reprised her role as Captain Marvel, marked her 35th feature film.

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