Hugh Jackman cashes in on popularity as Wolverine — here's what he got for 'Deadpool & Wolverine'

"Deadpool & Wolverine" became the highest-grossing R-rated movie of all time, with a worldwide collection of over $1.3 billion, as per Box Office Mojo. With the film's widespread success, fans naturally expect that the lead actors, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman would have made at least a hundred million. However, as per The Things, the actors only made a fraction of that, which is about $20 million. 

Nevertheless, Jackman's finances wouldn't have suffered as he has made a lot more from his other acting ventures and the lucrative "X-Men" franchise. Here's a look at Hugh Jackman's career and earnings. 

Hugh Jackman stands as a prominent figure in the realm of entertainment. With a net worth of $180 million, an exceptional acting range, and a voice that resonates with audiences worldwide, he has distinguished himself as a triple-threat performer. From donning the claws as Wolverine to delivering a mesmerizing portrayal of Jean Valjean in "Les Misérables," Jackman has established himself in every genre.

Hugh Jackman's earnings for playing Wolverine in the X-Men franchise increased significantly over the years. He started with $500,000 for the 2000 X-Men film and pocketed $20 million for 2009's "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" excluding potential bonuses tied to box office performance. In total, Jackman made around $100 million for his portrayal of Wolverine, which includes upfront film earnings, bonuses, merchandising, and licensing of his likeness.

"X-Men: The Last Stand" – $5 million

"X-Men: Days of Future Past" – $7 million

"X-Men Origins: Wolverine" – $20 million

Jackman's compelling portrayal of Jean Valjean in "Les Misérables" earned him an Oscar nomination for Best Actor. His compensation for this role was reported to be $5 million, excluding potential box office bonuses.

"The Greatest Showman" defied expectations and emerged as a sleeper hit for 20th Century Fox (now 20th Century Studios) and one of the highest-grossing movie musicals ever, raking in $435 million at the box office while operating on an $80 million budget. Hugh Jackman's compensation for his role in the film is estimated to be approximately $10 million, per Parade, not including potential earnings tied to box office performance bonuses.

At the peak of his Wolverine career, he demanded an impressive base salary of $20 million, excluding backend participation. Previously, Jackman earned varying salaries for his roles in these movies, with "Snow Flower and the Secret Fan" and "Van Helsing," bringing him $1.5 million and $2 million respectively while "Butter" also netted him $2 million.

However, his compensation significantly increased for films like "Real Steel," where he earned $9 million, and "Australia" for which he commanded an impressive $10 million.

In 2019, Hugh Jackman embarked on his inaugural world tour titled "The Man. The Music. The Show." This extraordinary tour featured an eclectic repertoire, including tracks from the "The Greatest Showman: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack" album alongside a medley of Broadway and Hollywood musical classics. The tour spanned an impressive 88 shows, captivating audiences across North America, Europe, and Oceania.

In 2005, Hugh Jackman partnered with his longtime assistant John Palermo to establish the production company Seed Productions. Jackman's wife Deborra-Lee Furness is also an integral part of the company's operations.