Movies & Technology

George Lucas

Estimated Net Worth

$5.1 Billion

Portrait of George Lucas

Quick Facts

  • Full Name George Walton Lucas Jr.
  • Born May 14, 1944
  • Nationality American
  • Primary Sources Star Wars, Lucasfilm Sale to Disney

Biography

George Lucas is an American film director, producer, screenwriter, and entrepreneur. He is best known for creating the Star Wars and Indiana Jones franchises and founding Lucasfilm, Industrial Light & Magic, and other entertainment technology companies.

Sources of Wealth

Lucasfilm Sale to Disney

~$4.1 Billion

Sold Lucasfilm to Disney for $4.05 billion in 2012, receiving both cash and Disney stock.

Star Wars Franchise Rights

~$800 Million

Retained merchandising and licensing rights to Star Wars, generating massive ongoing revenue streams.

Real Estate & Investments

~$200 Million

Skywalker Ranch and other real estate holdings, plus various technology and entertainment investments.

Last Updated: August 30, 2025