Movies & Production

Steven Spielberg

Estimated Net Worth

$4.8 Billion

Portrait of Steven Spielberg

Quick Facts

  • Full Name Steven Allan Spielberg
  • Born December 18, 1946
  • Nationality American
  • Primary Sources Film Directing, DreamWorks, Universal Studios Deal

Biography

Steven Spielberg is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is considered one of the founding pioneers of the New Hollywood era and is one of the most commercially successful directors in history. He co-founded DreamWorks Studios and has directed numerous blockbuster films.

Sources of Wealth

Film Career & Royalties

~$3 Billion

Earnings from directing iconic films like Jaws, E.T., Jurassic Park, and Indiana Jones, plus ongoing royalties and backend deals.

DreamWorks Studios

~$1.5 Billion

Co-founded DreamWorks SKG with Jeffrey Katzenberg and David Geffen, later sold to Paramount for significant returns.

Universal Studios Deal & Investments

~$300 Million

Consulting agreement with Universal Studios and various real estate and investment holdings accumulated over decades.

Last Updated: August 30, 2025