Will Smith: Box Office Royalty – His Top 10 Highest-Grossing Films

Will Smith isn’t just a movie star—he’s part of the soundtrack of my life. From childhood staples to unforgettable movie nights, his films have shown up at every stage. Whether he’s saving the world, cracking jokes, or delivering powerhouse drama, Smith brings something magnetic to the screen that’s hard to ignore—and even harder not to love.

Here’s a look at highest-grossing Will Smith movies over the years, many of which I’ve watched more times than I can count.

10. Men in Black II (2002)

Box Office: $441.8 million

The sequel may not have topped the original creatively, but it still left its mark as an audience-approved follow-up to the first one. When the plot gets wild, Will’s energy and charm as Agent J never waver.

9. Bad Boys II (2003)

Box Office: $273.3 million

This one brings back a core memory: going to see it with my mom and sister. We laughed, we jumped at the explosions, and we all agreed—Will and Martin Lawrence are the definition of buddy-cop perfection. The movie was pure chaos in the best way.

8. The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)

Box Office: $307.1 million

This one hits different. It’s easily my favorite Will Smith movie—raw, emotional, and filled with humanity. Watching him as Chris Gardner alongside his real-life son Jaden was powerful. It wasn’t about action or effects—it was about resilience and love. And it stuck with me.

7. I Am Legend (2007)

Box Office: $585.4 million

This film is neck-and-neck with The Pursuit of Happyness for my top spot. Will Smith basically carried this movie alone, and still, I was hooked from start to finish. Just him, a dog, and a whole lot of silence—and somehow, it was one of the most gripping things I’ve seen.

6. Men in Black (1997)

Box Office: $589.4 million

This is where it all began for me. Agent J was funny, cool, and just a little rebellious—everything a kid would idolize. This movie was on constant repeat at my house growing up. It was lightning in a bottle.

5. Men in Black 3 (2012)

Box Office: $624 million

A decade later, and Will still made the suit look fresh. The time travel twist added a surprisingly emotional punch, and seeing the younger version of Agent K through Josh Brolin was a clever touch. It gave the franchise some real heart.

4. Hancock (2008)

Box Office: $629.4 million

A drunk, reckless superhero with a mysterious past? Only Will could make a character like that both hilarious and heartbreaking. It was unlike any other superhero film I’d seen at the time—raw, weird, and unexpectedly emotional.

3. Suicide Squad (2016)

Box Office: $746.8 million

In a chaotic mix of characters, Will’s Deadshot was the grounding force. He brought depth and heart to a film that desperately needed it. The scenes with his daughter gave it all some much-needed soul, and once again, Will stole the show.

2. Independence Day (1996)

Box Office: $817.4 million

This one? An all-time classic. Every time it’s on TV, I’m watching—it’s basically tradition at this point. That “Welcome to Earth!” punch? Iconic. This movie made Will Smith a star, and it still holds up like it was made yesterday.

1. Aladdin (2019)

Box Office: $1.05 billion

Taking on the Genie was no small task, especially following Robin Williams. But Will made it his own—fun, fresh, and full of charm. His version of “Friend Like Me” had me grinning ear to ear. It was just… fun. And sometimes, that’s all a movie needs to be.

Will Smith’s filmography isn’t just a list of box office hits—it’s a time capsule of memories. He’s made me laugh, cry, cheer, and reflect. And that’s what makes him more than just a movie star. He’s the movie star—at least in my world.