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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Not Terminator, Expendables, or Predator, a comedy earned Arnold Schwarzenegger his biggest paycheck of over $40 million
Arnold Schwarzenegger is hands down the biggest action star in Hollywood history. Perhaps only Sylvester Stallone can match Arnie's box office dominance and cultural impact. In a four-decade career, Schwarzenegger gave iconic films and characters in The Terminator, Predator, Total Recall, True Lies, and many more. And yet, the film that earned him the most money is actually a comedy. Arnold Schwarzenegger is best known for action blockbusters like The Terminator. Recently, on a talk show, Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger surprised his fans when he revealed that Ivan Reitman's comedy Twins was the most profitable film of his career. Appearing on Watch What Happens Live talk show, Arnold was asked by host Andy Cohen about the film that earned him his biggest paycheck. Arnold replied, 'Well, number one was Twins because we got no money for the salary, but ownership with a piece of the back end. It was fantastic. We went all the way to the bank with that.' When asked if he made more than $20 million or even $40 million, the actor replied, 'It was more than that. It was more than any movie I ever made.' Twins starred Schwarzenegger and DeVito as unlikely twin brothers. Twins starred Schwarzenegger and DeVito as unlikely fraternal twin brothers. The casting had caused a huge uproar in Hollywood as Schwarzenegger was known as an iconic action star at the time, thanks to The Terminator and Predator, but his comedy chops were untested then. All about Twins Since nobody wanted to make comedies with him, the actor devised a plan to increase his chances of appearing in the genre. 'If we don't take any salaries, we can shoot the movie for $16.5 million. We worked out a deal where we got 40% of the backend of the movie. It happened to be the best deal we've ever made,' he said. Twins, directed by Ivan Reitman, was a comedy-drama that starred Arnold and Danny DeVito in the lead roles, marking their first collaboration on the big screen. Released in 1988, the film was a runaway commercial success, grossing $216 million worldwide, and even more on home video. There were plans for a sequel titled Triplets, which would also star Eddie Murphy. But before the film could go on floors, director Ivan Reitman passed away, and the film was canned. Arnold's recent and upcoming work Arnold, now 77, is still doing both action and comedy on screen. The second Season of his action comedy Fubar premiered on Netflix on June 12. Among his upcoming projects is the holiday movie The Man with the Bag, in which he'll play Santa Claus.
Perth Now
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
'It was more than I made for any movie' Arnold Schwarzenegger reveals which film earned him over 40m
Arnold Schwarzenegger earned more than $40 million for starring in Twins. The 77-year-old actor appeared opposite Danny DeVito in the 1988 comedy film, which was directed by Ivan Reitman. While Schwarzenegger has starred in the likes of The Terminator franchise and other box office heavyweights, including Total Recall and True Lies, he "went all the way to the bank" with Twins thanks to an ownership deal. Speaking on Watch What Happens Live, he said: "Well, number one was Twins, because we got no money for the salary but ownership with a piece of the back end. "It was fantastic. We went all the way to the bank with that." Asked if he made more than $40 million for Twins, he replied: "It was more than that. "It was more than any movie I ever made." Twins saw Schwarzenegger and DeVito appear as unlikely twins Julius and Vincent Benedict, who were separated at birth. Last year, DeVito confirmed he and Schwarzenegger were planning to work together on a film for the first time in 30 years, which is about "two friends, two guys". Speaking in March 2024, he told CNN: "We're working on something - a project that we're going to do together - another movie. "Arnold and I are good buddies. We met way before Twins, years ago. "We get along really well. "We complement each other in a lot of ways. I am way stronger than he is. "We're hoping that sooner than later, we'll have a nice script to go to work." Matilda actor Danny first teased a potential reunion with Arnold in 2023. Referencing his friend's tenure as governor of California from 2003 to 2011, Danny joked to GQ magazine: "We missed Twins 2, because he became governor - which, he should have done Twins 2 instead of becoming governor." There has been previous talk of a potential Twins sequel, titled Triplets, starring comics Eddie Murphy and Tracy Morgan.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Arnold Schwarzenegger reveals movie that earned him ‘well above' $40m — and it's not Terminator
Arnold Schwarzenegger has revealed which film made him the most amount of money — and surprisingly, it wasn't his best-known movie, Terminator. The former Republican Governor of California, 77, whose acting career has spanned more than five decades, was asked which past project had earned him the biggest paycheck during an appearance on Monday's episode of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen. 'It was Twins because we had gotten no money, no salary,' he said, 'but we got ownership, and a piece of the backend.' Schwarzenegger starred inTwins alongside Danny DeVito. Released in 1988, the comedy-action film grossed over $216.6 million at the worldwide box office. While the Total Recall actor refrained from giving the exact amount he took home he confirmed that it was well above $40 million. 'It was more than any movie I've ever made,' he disclosed. 'Let's just put it that way.' Directed by Ivan Reitman, the movie was about a pair of genetically engineered twins, separated at birth. After their birth mother is falsely told they are dead, Schwarzenegger's Julius learns the truth about his family and sets out to find them. Asked if he retained ownership of Twins 2, Schwarzenegger corrected Cohen, telling him that they never made a sequel. In 2012, reports broke about a long-awaited sequel titled Triplets; however, it never got made because Reitman died 'just before we wanted to start shooting it,' Schwarzenegger explained. Reitman, also known for helming several Ghostbusters movies, died from natural causes in 2022. He was 75. Schwarzenegger revealed that had the movie come to fruition, Eddie Murphy would've starred as his and DeVito's triplet. 'Aw that would've been great!' Cohen exclaimed. BeforeTwins, the Austrian actor had primarily starred in action movies, including The Terminator (1984), Commando (1985), Predator (1987), and the Stephen King adaptation of The Running Man (1987). Twins marked the Schwarzenegger's first comedic role. He's since gone on to lead other comedies such as Kindergarten Cop (1990), Last Action Hero (1993), and Jingle All the Way (1996). Schwarzenegger currently leads Netflix's action series, FUBAR, which premiered its second season earlier this month. The show, which also features Monica Barbaro, Travis Van Winkle, and Aparna Brielle, is about a CIA operative (Schwarzenegger), who is forced to return to the field for one last assignment after discovering a family secret.
News.com.au
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Hollywood star Sharon Stone, 67, poses topless for Vogue
Movie icon Sharon Stone has got pulses racing in a sexy and powerful new black-and-white photoshoot. Hollywood superstar Sharon can be seen posing for the dramatic pictures wearing a sheer outfit and showing off her age-defying elegance. The star, 67, looks stunning as she poses for Vogue Adria's June 2025 issue in a series of melodramatic positions. The series of sensual portraits see the actress working her magic for the camera alongside over 20 male models. Exuding old-school glamour, the star looks striking in the sophisticated shoot alongside the plethora of men. The Total Recall star can be seen perched on a man's shoulders with her legs wrapped around him as the crowd tries to grab her. The blonde bombshell looks divine with her hair gently curled, wearing a mesh see-through outfit that shows off her enviable figure. In another chic shot, the actress can be seen in a black floor-length gown, with her arms in the air. With a pout on her lips and her hair in a fashionable quiff, Sharon looks the epitome of elegance. More shots show Sharon embracing her femininity and power as she stands strong, wearing a sharp suit as she is watched by a legion of men. Wowing in a more masculine white suit, with her hair in a large quiff, the star can be seen striking a pose with her hands in her pockets, standing calmly and collectively. Lying on a table with her long legs on display, Sharon looks every inch the sex siren in the provocative picture, while a man kisses her. A couple of male models gaze at her as she lies across their laps and tugs at her white shirt suggestively with her leg around a man's neck. The international icon is wearing a sheer black skin-tight outfit for one cover with rips across her svelte body, surrounded by the models. Another cover shot sees her posing in a chair wearing a boiler suit with her hair relaxed and down. Draped in men, the star appears to be emulating her classic pose in the cult movie Basic Instinct, with her legs wide open as she watches the men breakdance. The shoot aims to herald Sharon as the 'embodiment of an independent, fearless, and unapologetic woman who continues to break boundaries—in culture, fashion and identity.' In the cult classic 1992 erotic thriller Basic Instinct, Sharon shocked moviegoers with her jaw-dropping bold character. She made movie history during a scene in which she uncrossed her legs in a police interrogation to reveal she had no knickers on.
Scottish Sun
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Sharon Stone, 67, looks stunning as she goes braless in see-through top for sizzling magazine shoot
The star recreated her iconic underwear pose last year basic icon Sharon Stone, 67, looks stunning as she goes braless in see-through top for sizzling magazine shoot Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MOVIE icon Sharon Stone has got pulses racing in a sexy and powerful new black-and-white photoshoot. Hollywood superstar Sharon can be seen posing for the dramatic pictures wearing a sheer outfit and showing off her age-defying elegance. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 8 Sharon has appeared in a selection of red-hot pictures for Vogue Adria Credit: Branislav Šimončík For Vogue Adria 8 Basic Instinct star Sharon looks stunning in a host of new photos Credit: Branislav Šimončík For Vogue Adria The star, 67, looks stunning as she poses for Vogue Adria's June 2025 issue in a series of melodramatic positions. The series of sensual portraits see the actress working her magic for the camera alongside over 20 male models. Exuding old-school glamour, the star looks striking in the sophisticated shoot alongside the plethora of men. The Total Recall star can be seen perched on a man's shoulders with her legs wrapped around him as the crowd try to grab her. The blonde bombshell looks divine with her hair gently curled, wearing a mesh see-through outfit which shows off her enviable figure. In another chic shot, the actress can be seen in a black floor-length gown, with her arms in the air. With a pout on her lips and her hair in a fashionable quiff, Sharon looks the epitome of elegance. More shots show Sharon embracing her femininity and power as she stands strong wearing a sharp suit as she is watched by a legion of men. Wowing in a more masculine white suit, with her hair in a large quiff, the star can be seen striking a pose with her hands in her pockets, stood calmly and collectively. Lying on a table with her long legs on display, Sharon looks every inch the sex siren in the provocative picture, while a man kisses her. Sharon Stone breaks down in tears about finally finding 'success' - 32 years after infamous leg-crossing scene in Basic Instinct A couple of male models gaze at her as she lay across their laps and tugs at her white shirt suggestively with her leg around a man's neck. The international icon is wearing a sheer black skin-tight outfit for one cover with rips across her svelte body, surrounded by the models. Another cover shot sees her posing in a chair wearing a boiler suit with her hair relaxed and down. Draped in men, the star appears to be emulating her classic pose in cult movie Basic Instinct, with her legs wide open as she watches the men breakdance. The shoot aims to herald Sharon as the 'embodiment of an independent, fearless, and unapologetic woman who continues to break boundaries—in culture, fashion and identity.' In the cult classic 1992 erotic thriller Basic Instinct, Sharon shocked moviegoers with her jaw-dropping bold character. She made movie history during a scene in which she uncrossed her legs in a police interrogation to reveal she had no knickers on. Last year the star wowed in revealing red lingerie as she recreated her iconic Basic Instinct scene - 32 years on. You can read Sharon's full Vogue Adria interview online. 8 The Total Recall star is the 'embodiment of an independent, fearless' woman Credit: Branislav Šimončík For Vogue Adria 8 The vibe was to show Sharon as a 'force—vulnerable yet powerful, intimate yet defiant' Credit: Branislav Šimončík For Vogue Adria 8 The actress looks sophisticated and chic in the array of dramatic shots Credit: Branislav Šimončík For Vogue Adria 8 Stone has recreated a different kind of Basic Instinct pose for her latest mag cover Credit: Branislav Šimončík For Vogue Adria 8 The star exudes glamour and power in the new shoot for Vogue Adria Credit: Branislav Šimončík For Vogue Adria 8 Sharon in the original scene from 1992 film Basic Instinct Credit: Alamy
