50 Shades Of Stardom: Dakota Johnson's Top-Grossing Movies, Ranked

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• The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019)

• Bad Times At The El Royale (2018)

• Beastly (2011)

• The Five-Year Engagement (2012)

• Black Mass (2015)

• How To Be Single (2016)

• Need For Speed (2014)

• Fifty Shades Freed (2018)

• Fifty Shades Darker (2017)

• Fifty Shades Of Grey (2015)

Highlights

• Dakota Johnson has had a diverse career with over 30 films, amassing a global box office gross of over $1.99 billion.
• Johnson's top-grossing films include Fifty Shades Freed ($371.2 million), Fifty Shades Darker ($381.5 million), and Fifty Shades Of Grey ($569.7 million).
• From the romantic comedy How To Be Single to the action-packed Need For Speed, Johnson has shown her range in various genres.

Few famous faces have been as ubiquitous in recent years as Dakota Johnson's.

Beyond a smoldering gaze and captivating persona exists a diverse and evolving career spanning over two decades.

Born into Hollywood royalty with acting parents Don Johnson and Melanie Griffith, Johnson's screen life began at the age of ten in Crazy In Alabama.

Fast-forward to 2015, and the world took notice as she portrayed the enticing Anastasia Steele in the Fifty Shades trilogy. While commercially explosive, grossing $1.325 billion combined, these films were just a stepping stone.

With over 30 films under her belt, Johnson has amassed a global box office gross exceeding $1.99 billion.

She segued seamlessly from independent darlings like The Lost Daughter and Suspiria to crowd-pleasing rom-coms like How To Be Single and heart-wrenching dramas like Our Friend.

Dakota Johnson has an estimated net worth of $14 million, a testament to her consistent presence and impactful choices.

In 2024, Johnson made her superhero genre debut, taking on the titular role in Sony’s Spiderverse-set action film Madame Web.

Madame Web earned $6 million on its global debut; for it to break even and make a profit, the film needs to make at least $200 million.

Let's take a closer look at some of Dakota Johnson's top-grossing films.

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10 The Peanut Butter Falcon (2019)

Global Box Office, The Peanut Butter Falcon - $23,191,551

Soaring beyond its modest budget of $6 million, The Peanut Butter Falcon surprised box office analysts with its touching story.

The independent dramedy, helmed by first-time directors Tyler Nilson and Michael Schwartz, follows Zak (Zack Gottsagen), a young man with Down syndrome who dreams of becoming a professional wrestler.

Johnson's performance as Eleanor, a conflicted yet caring social worker, went over well with the critics, adding depth and emotional texture to the narrative.

Despite limited marketing muscle, The Peanut Butter Falcon was loved by audiences, garnering acclaim for its poignant portrayal of friendship, self-acceptance, and the pursuit of dreams.

The Peanut Butter Falcon earned $3 million on its debut weekend and went on to become a sleeper hit.

It ultimately grossed $20.5 million in North America and $2.6 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $23.1 million.

9 Bad Times At The El Royale (2018)

Global Box Office, Bad Times At The El Royale - $31,882,724

Directed and written by Drew Goddard, Bad Times At The El Royale offered a stylish neo-noir mystery set against the backdrop of a faded 1960s motel.

Though it didn't quite light up the box office, grossing $31.9 million globally against a $32 million budget, the film garnered critical acclaim for its ensemble cast and atmosphere.

Among the stellar line-up was Dakota Johnson, who enthralled viewers as Emily Summerspring, a charismatic yet troubled singer with a hidden agenda.

Her character intertwined with a cast including Jeff Bridges, Cynthia Erivo, and Jon Hamm, each harboring dark secrets that converge on a fateful night at the El Royale.

Exploring themes of morality, faith, and redemption, the film utilized the California-Nevada border as a visual metaphor for the characters' internal struggles.

While some critics praised its direction, cinematography, and soundtrack, others found the pacing and runtime uneven and the character development lacking.

Despite mixed reviews, Bad Times At The El Royale remains a suspenseful thriller, showcasing Johnson's ability to hold her own amid seasoned veterans.

The film earned $17.8 million domestically and $14 million from international markets.

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8 Beastly (2011)

Global Box Office, Beastly - $43,202,283

Taking a modern spin on the classic Beauty And The Beast, Beastly re-imagined the timeless tale in the heart of New York City.

Despite receiving predominantly negative reviews, with critics often comparing it to a less-than-inspired knockoff of the Twilight series, Beastly managed to achieve moderate success at the box office.

Made on a relatively modest budget of $17 million, the film grossed $27.9 million domestically and an additional $15.3 million internationally, bringing its total global earnings to $43.2 million.

Starring Alex Pettyfer and Vanessa Hudgens, the film featured Dakota Johnson in a supporting role as Sloane, the protagonist's shallow girlfriend.

Although her role was not central to the plot, it marked one of her earlier appearances on the big screen.

7 The Five-Year Engagement (2012)

Global Box Office, The Five-Year Engagement - $54,169,363

In The Five-Year Engagement, Dakota Johnson plays a small role in this romantic comedy alongside stars Jason Segel and Emily Blunt.

Directed by Nicholas Stoller and produced by Judd Apatow, the film offered a comedic take on the roadblocks and uncertainties that can arise during a long-term commitment.

Despite Apatow's involvement, the film did not receive the same level of critical acclaim as some of his other projects.

Although The Five-Year Engagement did not exceed its $30 million budget domestically, international audiences pushed its global total to $54.2 million.

While not a commercial smash hit, The Five-Year Engagement provided a glimpse into Johnson's early comedic timing, and remains a lighthearted addition to her filmography.

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6 Black Mass (2015)

Global Box Office, Black Mass - $99,975,678

Stepping away from her usual comedic roles, Dakota Johnson took on a dramatic turn in Black Mass, a biographical crime thriller delving into the life of notorious Boston gangster Whitey Bulger (played by Johnny Depp).

In this gritty film, Johnson portrays Nancy Dougherty, Bulger's longtime girlfriend, and the mother of his child.

Driven by Depp's transformative performance as the ruthless Bulger, Black Mass garnered both critical and commercial success. Despite a moderate budget of $53 million, it surpassed expectations at the box office.

Domestically, Black Mass earned $62.6 million, with an additional $37.2 million coming from international markets, bringing the global total to $99.8 million.

5 How To Be Single (2016)

Global Box Office, How To Be Single - $112,543,513

Starring alongside Rebel Wilson, Dakota Johnson takes center stage in the romantic comedy How To Be Single, navigating the dating scene in New York City.

Playing Alice, a young woman newly single after a long-term relationship, Johnson embarks on a hilarious and self-discovering journey through the complexities of modern love.

With laugh-out-loud moments and heartfelt reflections, the film exceeded expectations financially. Made on a budget of $38 million, How To Be Single raked in $46.8 million domestically, demonstrating strong appeal within the US market.

Its success was not limited to one market. International audiences also contributed an additional $65.5 million, bringing its total global earnings to $112.3 million.

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4 Need For Speed (2014)

Global Box Office, Need For Speed - $203,277,636

Shifting gears from comedy to high-octane action, Dakota Johnson took on the role of Anita Coleman in the 2014 film Need For Speed.

Based on the popular video game franchise, the film follows street racer Tobey Marshall (Aaron Paul) seeking revenge for his friend's death at the hands of a rival.

Johnson portrays Anita, the strong-willed mechanic and love interest who aids Tobey on his cross-country journey.

Need For Speed received mixed-to-negative reviews, criticizing its story, direction, and the performances of the supporting cast, though some praised Paul's performance.

The film managed to outrun its domestic box office disappointment of $43.6 million with a surprisingly strong international showing, particularly in China.

This global push ultimately brought the film's total gross to $203.3 million, exceeding its budget — but it was still considered a box office underperformer in the United States.

3 Fifty Shades Freed (2018)

Global Box Office, Fifty Shades Freed - $371,985,018

Concluding the steamy Fifty Shades saga in 2018, Fifty Shades Freed saw Dakota Johnson reprise her role as Anastasia Steele alongside Jamie Dornan's Christian Grey.

This final chapter witnessed their journey reach new heights, as they tie the knot and navigate the complexities of married life, all while facing threats from an unwelcome figure from Ana's past.

Critically, it was not as warmly received as its predecessors, facing critiques for its script, direction, and acting. Some reviewers found the plot nonsensical, the directing uninspired, and the performances lacking emotional depth.

Fifty Shades Freed grossed $100.4 million in the United States and Canada and $270.2 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $371.2 million, against a production budget of $55 million, making it the lowest-grossing film of the trilogy.

2 Fifty Shades Darker (2017)

Global Box Office, Fifty Shades Darker - $381,545,846

Dakota Johnson plunged deeper down the rabbit hole of desires and complexities in 2017's Fifty Shades Darker.

Reprising her role as Anastasia Steele, she navigated the tumultuous terrain of her relationship with Christian Grey (Jamie Dornan).

This second chapter promised "no rules, no punishments, and no more secrets," but simmering beneath the surface were doubts and complexities, both internal and external.

Fifty Shades Darker faced a barrage of critical disapproval for its screenplay, acting, and narrative, but its box office success was undeniable.

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Fueled by the franchise's established momentum and Johnson's compelling performance, the film exceeded its $55 million budget, earning $381.5 million worldwide.

While it made a decent $114.6 million domestically, it posted more success in the international market, where it earned an impressive $267 million.

1 Fifty Shades Of Grey (2015)

Global Box Office, Fifty Shades Of Grey - $569,651,467

Adapted from E.L. James' bestselling novel, Fifty Shades Of Grey became a cinematic rave upon release in 2015.

The film follows Anastasia Steele (Dakota Johnson), a literature student, who gets entangled in a passionate and unconventional relationship with billionaire Christian Grey (Jamie Dornan).

Their BDSM-infused romance sparked curiosity and controversy, propelling the film to become the highest-grossing installment in the trilogy. Met with mixed reviews, the film was an immediate box office success, breaking numerous box office records.

Fifty Shades Of Grey grossed $166.2 million in the US and Canada and $403.5 million in other countries, for a worldwide total of $569.7 million against a budget of $40 million.

According to Deadline Hollywood, the film made a net profit of $256.55 million, considering its expenses and box office revenue.

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