Dakota Johnson's Payday Dominates ‘Madame Web’ Cast Salaries

‘Madame Web,’ the upcoming American superhero film set to premiere in February 2024, features Dakota Johnson in the lead role. Directed by SJ Clarkson, the film takes inspiration from the Marvel comic of the same name and is the fourth installment in Sony's Spider-Man Universe, sharing the stage with characters like Venom.

Dakota Johnson, renowned for her role in ‘Fifty Shades’, was the trailblazer in joining the cast, portraying Cassandra Webb, a woman endowed with psychic abilities enabling her to glimpse into the future events of Spider-World. Alongside Johnson, the talented Sydney Sweeney joined the superhero lineup, contributing to what promises to be an action-packed adventure.

However, the burst of excitement doesn't just stop at the superhero antics; the cast salaries have stirred quite a buzz. While Sydney Sweeney receives a substantial paycheck, it's Dakota Johnson who takes the lion's share, earning a whopping 61% of the entire cast's combined salary! With a net worth in the millions, Johnson's $5 million paycheck for ‘Madame Web’ underscores her commanding presence in the superhero realm.

Sydney Sweeney, currently riding high on the waves of admiration for ‘Anyone But You’ is set to cash in a substantial paycheck of $650,000 for her role in ‘Madame Web.’ The talented Celeste O'Connor, known for winning hearts in ‘Ghostbusters’, secures a noteworthy sum of $200,000 for her portrayal of a Spider-Woman in the film. 

Isabela Merced, the beloved child actor from Nickelodeon who took the lead in ‘Dora and the Lost City of Gold,’ commands a paycheck of $150,000 for her contribution to the superhero flick. 

Tahar Rahim, the acclaimed French actor known for his stellar performance in ‘A Prophet’ and global recognition in ‘The Mauritanian,’ is joining the superhero realm with ‘Madame Web,’ securing a paycheck of $120,000.

Enter the comedic prowess of stand-up comedian Mike Epps, recognized for his roles in hits like ‘The Hangover,’ ‘Fifty Shades of Black,’ and ‘Young.Wild.Free.’ Epps is set to bring his humour to the superhero scene, earning a paycheck of $100,000 for his role in the film.

Julia Roberts's niece, who has crafted an extensive career, last graced the screen in the 2023 comedy ‘Maybe I Do.’ Her contribution to the movie comes with a significant price tag, as she takes home a generous $800,000 for her role in the superhero flick.

Adding more star power to the mix is Adam Scott, known for his notable roles in HBO's ‘Big Little Lies’ and NBC's ‘The Good Place.’ Although the details of his role remain undisclosed, Scott walks away with a paycheck of $80,000 for his contribution to ‘Madame Web.’

– Farheen Ali