Actor

Will Smith: Movies & Box Office

films: 72
on screen: 1990–2025
box office: $10.2B
average score: 64

Born: September 25, 1968 (age 58)
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Full name: Willard Carroll Smith II
Citizenship: United States
Occupations: Actor, Rapper, Film producer
Years active: 1985-present
Spouses: Sheree Zampino, Jada Pinkett
Children: 3

Known for

The Best Will Smith Movies

The highest-rated films Will Smith is credited on, by the Movie Echo Score that blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact. King Richard (2021) scores highest, at 78. The full ranking adds the biggest box office hits and the most awarded films.

Full ranking

Career at a glance

Will Smith's Career in Numbers

Will Smith's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Will Smith works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from The Chipmunks Rockin’ Through The Decades (1990) to The Roses (2025), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.

Will Smith Movies by Decade

1990s 11
2000s 13
2010s 16
2020s 7

The 2010s were Will Smith's busiest decade, with 16 films.

Will Smith Movies by Genre

Action 19
Comedy 9
Drama 9
Biography 4
Documentary 2
Music 2
Adventure 1
Sci-Fi 1

Action is the genre Will Smith has worked in most, with 19 films, ahead of comedy (9).

Will Smith Career Milestones

First film: The Chipmunks Rockin’ Through The Decades 1990
Biggest box office hit: Aladdin $1.05B worldwide
Best-rated film: King Richard Movie Echo Score 78
Newest film: The Roses 2025

72 credits

Will Smith Filmography: Every Movie

Every film Will Smith is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 64. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.

Will Smith Movies as an Actor

Will Smith in Documentaries & Specials

Biography

Who Is Will Smith?

Will Smith was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. in 1968 and is 58 years old. Credited on films since 1990, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.

Willard Carroll Smith II (born September 25, 1968) is an American actor, rapper and film producer known for his immense contributions in the entertainment industry. Known for his extensive filmography and successful music career, Smith is considered one of Hollywood's top actors. He started his career with a role in the NBC sitcom 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' (1990–1996). His unique story-telling style in rap along with DJ Jazzy Jeff catapulted him to fame with hits like 'Parents Just Don't Understand', 'Summertime', etc. In 1995, Smith propelled to mainstream cinema with the action film 'Bad Boys', followed by a chain of blockbusters. His noteworthy performances include 'Independence Day', 'Men in Black' series, 'Hitch', 'I Am Legend', and critically acclaimed roles in movies like 'Ali' and 'The Pursuit of Happyness'. Despite the recurring criticism and controversies, Smith continued to make strides in his career. For instance, his portrayal of Richard Williams in 'King Richard' (2021) earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor. Furthermore, Smith's transition from music to acting has influenced multiple rappers to foray into acting.

Works with

Who Will Smith Makes Movies With

The actors and directors Will Smith shares the most films with. Woody Harrelson comes first, with 5 films together, followed by Martin Lawrence (5).

FAQ

Will Smith: Questions & Answers

How many movies Will Smith has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.

How many movies has Will Smith been in?

Will Smith is credited on 72 films, from 1990 to 2025. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.

What is Will Smith's highest-grossing movie?

Aladdin (2019) is Will Smith's biggest box office hit, with $1.05B worldwide, ahead of Independence Day (1996) ($817M). Across every film with box office figures, Will Smith's movies have made $10.2B.

Will Smith's biggest hits

What is the best Will Smith movie?

By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Will Smith's best-rated film is The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Reunion (2020) with a score of 86, followed by King Richard (2021) (78).

Best Will Smith movies, ranked

How old is Will Smith?

Will Smith is 58 years old, born on September 25, 1968 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S..

What is Will Smith's newest movie?

The most recent film on Will Smith's filmography is The Roses (2025), in the role of Derek.

Who does Will Smith work with most often?

Will Smith shares the most films with Woody Harrelson (5 films), Martin Lawrence (5 films) and Barry Sonnenfeld (5 films).

The Best Will Smith Movies, Ranked

Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 72 credits.

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