Gene Hackman, a renowned actor known for his iconic roles in films like Superman, The French Connection, and Unforgiven, has left behind an estimated net worth of $80 million at the time of his death. This significant fortune was largely accumulated throughout his decades-long acting career.
Hackman’s most lucrative film contracts included a reported $2 million payment for his role as Lex Luthor in the 1978 Superman film. He also earned substantial sums for his roles in The Quick and the Dead, Lucky Lady, and The French Connection. These box office hits generated significant residuals over the years, contributing to his considerable net worth.
Although Hackman didn’t appear in the third Superman film in 1983, he returned for the sequel, Superman IV, playing a dual role that included both Lux Luthor and the voice of Nuclear Man. Additionally, his appearance in the 2001 Wes Anderson film The Royal Tenenbaums, directed by Ben Stiller, was reportedly not a money-driven role.
Hackman’s movies are now available to stream on various platforms, including Max for Superman films, and can be rented or purchased through popular streaming services like Prime Video, YouTube, Apple TV, Google Movies, and DVD.
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