Summary

• Angelina Jolie's successful career as an actress, director, and humanitarian has made her a household name worldwide.
• Jolie's versatility as an actress is showcased in her roles in over 47 movies, including lead roles in 21 of them.
• Jolie's movies, such as 'The Bone Collector' and 'Lara Croft: Tomb Raider', have grossed over $100 million worldwide, solidifying her stardom.

Angelina Jolie is truly one of the most famous women on the planet. Her successful career as an actress, director, and humanitarian has made her a household name worldwide. From her breakout role in Girl, Interrupted to her portrayal of Maleficent in Disney's live-action film, Jolie has captivated audiences with her talent and beauty. Additionally, Angelina Jolie's humanitarian work as a Special Envoy for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees has earned her respect and admiration from people around the globe.

Over the course of her career, Angelina Jolie's movie roles include around 47 movies and played the lead in 21 of them, showcasing her versatility as an actress. Her performances have earned her numerous awards, including an Academy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards.

There is no doubt Jolie is a star, and here are her movies to prove it! These are all of Angelina's movies that broke the box office, bringing in over $100 million worldwide, according to The Numbers.

Updated November 2023: Angelina Jolie's last film may have been 'Eternals' in 2021, but that does not mean that she's been staying out of the news. From her bitter divorce with Brad Pitt to her comments on the Gaza War, Jolie is still making headlines. However, in 2024, the fourth installment of 'Kung Fu Panda' is due to be released, which should make for some positive press for the actor, not to mention likely becoming another film that grosses over $100 million to be added to Jolie's resume. And with four more projects in various stages of production, one of which being 'Maleficent 3', it appears that Jolie will be busy working well into 2025.

18 The Bone Collector

Film Gross: $151 Million

• Starring Role
• Role: Amelia Donaghy

In the movie The Bone Collector, Angelina Jolie plays Amelia Donaghy, a young and ambitious police officer who becomes involved in the case of a serial killer known as the Bone Collector. As she works alongside Lincoln Rhyme, a quadriplegic detective played by Denzel Washington, Amelia begins to unravel the clues left by the killer and becomes a key player in the investigation.

Throughout the movie, Jolie's performance is both intense and captivating, as she brings a sense of vulnerability and determination to her character. Despite the gruesome nature of the case, Amelia's unwavering dedication to solving the mystery makes her a truly inspiring figure.

17 Gone In 60 Seconds

Film Gross: $237 Million

• Supporting Actor
• Role: Sara 'Sway' Wayland

Gone in 60 Seconds stars Nicolas Cage and Angelina Jolie. This is an intense, action-packed movie that follows a group of car thieves as they attempt to steal 50 high-end cars in just one night. The film was directed by Dominic Sena and released in 2000. It has since become a cult classic among action movie fans.

Cage plays the lead character, a retired car thief named Randall "Memphis" Raines, who is forced to come out of retirement to save his brother's life. Jolie plays the character of Sara "Sway" Wayland, a skilled car thief and Memphis' former love interest.

16 Lara Croft: Tomb Raider

Film Gross: $274 Million

• Starring Role
• Role: Lara Croft

In her role as Lara Croft in the movie Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Angelina Jolie captivated audiences with her intense portrayal of the adventurous heroine. Jolie's physical transformation for the role, including her toned physique and signature braided hair, helped bring the character to life on the big screen. However, it was her portrayal of Lara's inner strength and determination that truly made her performance unforgettable.

15 Shark Tale

Film Gross: $374 Million

• Supporting Actor
• Role: Lola (voice)

In the movie Shark Tale, Angelina Jolie lends her voice to the character Lola, a seductive and manipulative fish who is the love interest of the main character, Oscar. Lola's character is designed to be a femme fatale, using her beauty and charm to influence those around her. While Lola is initially drawn to Oscar's newfound fame and fortune, she eventually falls for him and helps him defeat the film's main adversary, the shark Don Lino.

14 Kung Fu Panda

Film Gross: $632 Million

• Supporting Actor
• Role: Tigress (voice)

Angelina Jolie lends her voice to Tigress in the Kung Fu Panda franchise's three movies. In the plot of the first movie, her character is initially skeptical of Po, the main character, and his ability to become the Dragon Warrior. However, as the story progresses, Tigress develops a deep respect and admiration for Po's dedication and natural talent in kung fu.

13 Kung Fu Panda 2

Film Gross: $665 Million

• Supporting Actor
• Role: Tigress (voice)

In the second Kung Fu Panda movie, Po, Tigress, and the gang have to face a new villain named Lord Shen, who has a powerful weapon that threatens to destroy kung fu and conquer China. Tigress plays a crucial role in helping Po defeat Lord Shen and save Kung Fu.

Throughout the movie, Tigress struggles with her own insecurities and doubts about her abilities as a warrior, but ultimately learns to trust in herself and her team. Her bravery and determination inspire Po and the rest of the Furious Five to work together and overcome their greatest challenge yet.

12 Kung Fu Panda 3

Film Gross: $521 Million

• Supporting Actor
• Role: Tigress (voice)

A group of pandas who have been living in hiding join Tigress and Po in the third installment of the series. Tigress is initially wary of the pandas but eventually comes to accept and respect them as part of the team. Together, they embark on a journey to stop the evil villain Kai from stealing the powers of all kung fu masters. The pandas bring their unique skills and humor to the team, making for an entertaining and action-packed adventure.

11 Alexander

Film Gross: $167 Million

• Supporting Actor
• Role: Olympias

In the movie Alexander, Angelina Jolie portrays the mother of Alexander the Great, Olympias. Jolie's performance is often cited as one of the highlights of the film, with her portrayal of the powerful and cunning queen stealing many scenes.

However, some historians have criticized the accuracy of Jolie's portrayal, arguing that Olympias was not as villainous as she is depicted in the movie.

10 Mr. And Mrs. Smith

Film Gross: $487 Million

• Starring Role
• Role: Jane Smith

Mr. and Mrs. Smith stars Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie as a married couple who lead secret lives as assassins. Eventually, they are forced to reveal their true identities to each other and work together to take down a common enemy.

The film was a huge success and started the relationship fondly known as Brangelina.

9 The Good Shepherd

Film Gross: $100 Million

• Supporting Actor
• Role: Margaret 'Clover' Russell

In The Good Shepherd, Angelina Jolie plays the character of Margaret 'Clover' Russell, the wife of Edward Wilson (played by Matt Damon), who is a high-ranking member of the CIA. Jolie's character is initially presented as a supportive and loving wife to Wilson, but as the film progresses, it becomes clear that she is harboring secrets of her own. Her role in the story adds a layer of complexity to the already intricate plot, and Jolie's performance is both nuanced and captivating.