Mark Wahlberg has proven himself to be a versatile actor, transitioning from his music career to become an A-list leading man in Hollywood. His vast filmography boasts a diverse range of roles, from gritty dramas to comedic action-thrillers to the tune of worldwide box office receipts of $6.927 BILLION.
Blockbusters
Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014): Wahlberg joins the “Transformers” franchise in this action-packed installment where he and his family help out Optimus Prime and the Autobots. Worldwide gross: $1.104 Billion. He also starred alongside Anthony Hopkins and Josh Duhamel in Transformers: The Last Knight, which grossed $605.4 million
Ted (2012) and Ted 2 (2015): Wahlberg stars alongside a foul-mouthed teddy bear (Seth McFarlane) in these comedic adventures. Mila Kunis also starred in the original. There was also a 2024 series on Peacock. Worldwide gross for Ted: $549.4 million & Ted 2: $215.9 million
Uncharted (2022): This action-adventure film, based on the popular video game series, featured Wahlberg as Victor “Sully” Sullivan, a seasoned treasure hunter who mentors a young adventurer. Tom Holland and Antonio Banderas also starred. Worldwide gross: $407.1 million
Planet of the Apes (2001): Wahlberg stars in this Tim Burton-directed remake of the classic sci-fi film as Captain Leo Davidson, an astronaut who crash-lands on a mysterious planet ruled by talking apes. Worldwide gross: $362.2 million
The Perfect Storm (2000): This disaster film, based on the true story of the Andrea Gail, a fishing vessel lost at sea during a powerful storm, saw Wahlberg star with George Clooney, Diane Lane and John C. Reilly. Worldwide gross: $328.7 million
Mark Wahlberg in The Perfect Storm (Photo/Warner Bros.)
The Departed (2006): In Martin Scorsese’s Academy Award winning crime drama, Wahlberg delivers a powerful performance as Sergeant Dignam that earned him an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Leonardo DiCaprio, Matt Damon, Jack Nicholson and Martin Sheen also starred. Worldwide gross: $292.5 million
Daddy’s Home (2015) and Daddy’s Home 2 (2017): These family comedies, where Will Ferrell plays a stepdad competing for his children’s affection against their biological father (Wahlberg), were box office hits. Worldwide gross for Daddy’s Home: $242.8 million & Daddy’s Home 2: $180.6 million
The Italian Job (2003): This stylish heist film featured Wahlberg as Charlie Croker, a member of a team of criminals who to steal gold bullion from a high-security vault in Italy and then have to retrieve it in Los Angeles. Charlize Theron, Jason Statham, Edward Norton, Seth Green and Donald Sutherland also starred. Worldwide gross: $176.1 million
The Other Guys (2010): This buddy cop comedy features Wahlberg as Detective Terry Hoitz, a hot-headed detective paired with a more cautious partner (Will Ferrell). Eva Mendes, Micheal Keaton, Samuel L. Jackson and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson co-starred. Worldwide gross: $175.5 million
The Happening (2008): This M. Night Shyamalan thriller features Wahlberg as a science teacher who must protect his family from a mysterious environmental event. Worldwide gross: $163.4 million
Lone Survivor (2013): This critically acclaimed war drama, based on the true story of Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell, showcases Wahlberg’s dramatic range. Taylor Kitsch, Emile Hirsch, Ben Foster and Jerry Ferrara co-starred. Worldwide gross: $154.9 million
2 Guns (2013): Wahlberg stars alongside Denzel Washington in this action-comedy about two undercover agents who find themselves in over their heads. Worldwide gross: $131.9 million
Denzel Washingto and Mark Wahlberg in 2 Guns (Photo/Universal Pictures)
Mark Wahlberg Blockbuster Legacy
These films demonstrate Mark Wahlberg’s consistent box office appeal and his ability to deliver strong performances across a variety of genres. He has proven himself to be a bankable star, consistently delivering entertaining and commercially successful films.
