Michael Keaton's Net Worth Is Flying High (Just Like Batman)
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Beetlejuice. Beetlejuice. Beetlejuice. Did that work?
Of course Beetlejuice was iconically played by Michael Keaton, the Hollywood A-lister also known for his roles in Tim Burton’s Batman (1989), Spotlight (2015) and The Founder (2016) just to name a few. The Oscar-nominated actor has originated so many iconic roles that he'll soon be reprising two of them. Keaton will be donning the Batman suit later this summer in The Flash and a Beetlejuice sequel is also in the works.
Here is everything you absolutely need to know about Michael Keaton’s net worth—and how he made his fortune.
How did Michael Keaton become famous?
While Michael Keaton had been taking guest roles in TV shows for quite some time (he appeared in an episode of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood), he got his big break as Bill Blazejowski in Night Shift (1982). It was his first lead role, and he starred alongside Henry Winkler. He then made a name for himself as a comedy virtuoso, headlining pictures like Mr. Mom (1983) and The Squeeze (1987), before finally breaking into A-lister status as the hilariously horrific Betelgeuse in Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice (1988). The rest is history.
What is Michael Keaton's net worth?
Michael Keaton has an estimated net worth of $40 million, which is well earned given that he's been working in the business for over 40 years, taking roles big and small.
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How old is Michael Keaton and how much is he worth?
Michael Keaton was born Sep 5, 1951, just outside of Pittsburgh, in Coraopolis, Pennsylvania. As of 2023, he is 71 years old and worth an incredible $40 million dollars.
How much does Michael Keaton make per movie?
Michael Keaton has had an incredibly long career spanning over four decades. During his prime, in the 1980s, he could expect to make anywhere between $10 million and $20 million per movie (if you adjust for inflation). Today, that figure is a little bit lower (although not by much). He is estimated to make between $5 million and $12 per project, but that can vary quite a bit based on the size of the role. Syfy reported that Keaton was paid $2 million to be in Batgirl, which was famously shelved by Warner Bros.
How much does Michael Keaton make per year?
The amount Michael Keaton makes per year depends largely on how many projects he takes on. If he works on at least one movie a year, he can make anywhere between $5 million and $12 million, but for bigger projects, speaking, appearances and other gigs, he can easily rack up a few extra bucks.
How much did Michael Keaton get paid for Beetlejuice?
We don't know how much Keaton earned for playing the titular role, but given that it was early in his career and the film's budget was only $15 million, it's likely he earned less than a million dollars, at least initially. If Keaton negotiated for backend royalties, he could still be earning a pretty penny as the franchise chugs along. He will certainly be taking home a larger paycheck for the upcoming sequel.
How much did Michael Keaton get paid for Batman?
Keaton reportedly earned $5 million for his work in Batman (1989). In today’s money, that equates to about $10 million—which is an astronomical rate for an actor. He earned nearly double that for the sequel, but he seemed to be worth the price as the first film grossed over $250 million in theaters.
How much did Michael Keaton make for Spider-Man: Homecoming?
In Spider-Man: Homecoming, Michael Keaton plays Adrian Toomes, the father of Zendaya’s character MJ, who (spoiler alert!) following a surprise twist in the third act is revealed to be a major villain known as “The Vulture”. His performance in this movie is captivating, funny and reportedly earned him an impressive $12 million. Talk about that Marvel money!
How much did Michael Keaton make for Spotlight?
Spotlight tells the true story of a team of Boston Globe reporters who uncovered the rampant sexual assault and molestation of children perpetrated by the Catholic church along with their coverup. Keaton plays Robby Robinson, the lead editor on the Spotlight team. This performance earned him multiple awards nominations including those from the Screen Actors Guild and Critic's Choice Association. It's unknown how much Keaton earned for this role, but given the movie's $20 million budget, it's likely he took the part for substantially less than his usual asking price.
How much did Michael Keaton get paid for The Founder?
The Founder is another biopic helmed by Keaton. In this one, he plays Ray Kroc, the man who, through a series of underhanded maneuvers, snatches the McDonald’s company from the founding McDonalds brothers and develops it into the major corporate conglomerate we know today. The film received generally favorable reviews but was widely considered to be a flop. We don't know exactly how much Keaton made for the project, but given the movie's tiny budget, it was probably around $1 million.
How much did Michael Keaton make for Birdman?
Birdman is one of Keaton’s most lauded performances. He plays a fading star, once famous for his portrayal of the blockbuster superhero Birdman. The movie tracks the process of Keaton’s character writing, directing and rehearsing a Broadway play while he grapples with an inner voice that demands a return to his glory days. Michael Keaton was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for the performance. He did not bring home the Oscar—but reportedly did bring home a cool $5 million paycheck from the picture.
See Michael Keaton in The Flash only in theaters starting June 16.
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