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What Is Daniel Craig’s Net Worth?
Daniel Craig CMG, the celebrated English actor, boasts a net worth of $160 million. This substantial sum is largely attributed to his iconic portrayal of James Bond in several highly successful spy films. His earnings from the James Bond franchise constitute a significant portion of his total wealth.
Daniel Craig’s Career Highlights and Earnings
Craig’s journey to becoming a household name was paved with diverse roles and consistent dedication. His early career involved supporting roles in films like “The Power of One” (1992) and “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider” (2001), as well as acclaimed performances in independent films such as “Layer Cake” (2004) and “Enduring Love”. These roles, while not as commercially lucrative as his Bond ventures, helped solidify his reputation as a versatile and talented actor.
His breakthrough came with the James Bond film “Casino Royale” (2006). Prior to accepting the role of James Bond, Craig was initially hesitant. After accepting the role, he faced a barrage of criticism regarding his casting as James Bond. However, his portrayal was a critical and commercial triumph, grossing over $500 million worldwide.
Craig’s performance was lauded for its darker, more vulnerable take on the iconic spy. The success of “Casino Royale” significantly boosted his earning potential, paving the way for more prominent roles and higher salaries.
Craig’s James Bond salary for each movie:
Casino Royale: $3.2 million
Quantum of Solace: $7.2 million
Skyfall: $20 million (base salary: $17 million and $3 million bonuses)
Spectre: $30 million (base salary: $25 million)
No Time To Die: $25 million (base salary)
His total earnings from the James Bond franchise amount to $85.4 million. After adjusting for inflation, Craig’s first four Bond films earned a combined gross of $3.5 billion globally.
Beyond James Bond, Daniel Craig’s films include “The Invasion” (2007), where he starred alongside Nicole Kidman, “The Golden Compass” (2007), “Defiance” (2008), “Cowboys and Aliens” (2011) with Harrison Ford and Olivia Wilde, “Kings” (2017), and “Knives Out” (2019). In 2022, he reprised his role as Detective Benoit Blanc in “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery.”
Craig also ventured into theatre, co-starring with Hugh Jackman in “A Steady Rain” on Broadway (2009), and with his wife Rachel Weisz in “Betrayal” (2013-2014). He played Iago in an Off-Broadway production of “Othello” (2016-2017), and returned to Broadway in 2022 as Macbeth.
Daniel Craig’s Real Estate Holdings
Daniel Craig’s real estate investments contribute to his overall net worth and reflect his success in the entertainment industry.
Craig owns a penthouse in New York’s TriBeCa neighborhood. He purchased the 1,121-square-foot, two-floor penthouse for $1.9 million in 2010. The penthouse features one bedroom, two bathrooms, and three terraces. Access to the penthouse is via an elevator. The dining area has a vaulted ceiling of glass 20 feet high and a wall of glass with a terrace and city view. The penthouse has a small-sized kitchen with white marble countertops and white cabinets. The master suite has chestnut-colored hardwood floors, two closets, one walk-in closet, and a small balcony overhanging the terrace.
In 2012, Daniel Craig and his wife Rachel Weisz spent $11.5 million for a Soho penthouse.
In 2018, the couple purchased a Brooklyn brownstone for $6.75 million.
Craig also owns a two-floor flat in a house near London’s Regent’s Park.
