Mel Gibson – $425m
Mel Gibson’s image might not be the best these days, but it is undeniable that he has so much money to his name. In fact, he used his own money to fund Passion of the Christ on his own! He is pretty controversial and has starred in films, like Braveheart, What Women Want, Lethal Weapon, and The Patriot.
Peter Jackson – $450m
Peter Jackson is the director of the Lord of the Rings trilogy and he also brought the Hobbit to the big screen. His films have been quite successful and he has won several awards – one Golden Globe, three Oscars and four BAFTAs. Fun fact: he is also passionate about historical preservation.