Dwayne Johnson, also known as The Rock, is one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood. He recently made headlines when it was revealed that he was paid a whopping $22 million for his role in the upcoming Disney movie Jungle Cruise.
The Rock’s salary for Jungle Cruise is more than double what his female co-star Emily Blunt was paid. Blunt was given $9 million to appear in the movie, which is still a substantial amount of money.
The Rock’s salary for Jungle Cruise is a reflection of his immense popularity and the box office success of his previous films. He has starred in several blockbuster movies, including Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Fast & Furious, and Baywatch.
Jungle Cruise is based on the popular Disney theme park ride of the same name. The movie follows the adventures of a riverboat captain, played by The Rock, and his passenger, played by Blunt, as they travel down the Amazon River in search of a legendary tree with mysterious powers.
The movie is set to be released on June 30, 2023. It is sure to be a hit with fans of The Rock and Disney alike. And with The Rock’s $22 million salary, it’s sure to be a financial success as well.