John Krasinski Net Worth (Money & Salary)

Find out John Krasinski’s Net Worth and Earnings

John Krasinski, known as an American actor, writer, and director, has a net worth of $80 million, which is a joint figure with his wife, actress Emily Blunt. Their wealth is almost evenly split, with John holding a slightly higher percentage. John Krasinski rose to fame through his portrayal of Jim Halpert on the NBC sitcom “The Office,” winning 2 Online Film & Television Association Awards for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. He also shared in several “Best Ensemble” accolades with his co-stars. Since 2018, John Krasinski has been starring in the lead role on Amazon Prime’s “Jack Ryan,” and his horror movie “A Quiet Place,” where he served as lead actor, co-writer, and director, was a critical and commercial success, grossing $340.9 million globally. The sequel, “A Quiet Place II,” released in 2020, brought in $300 million.

Compensation from The Office

During the initial three seasons of “The Office,” John Krasinski earned $20,000 per episode. His pay increased to $100,000 per episode starting from season 4 and continued at that level throughout the series.

Salary for Jack Ryan

Combining acting and producing, John Krasinski made $2.5 million per episode in the third season of “Jack Ryan.” With eight episodes in the season, that totals $20 million. Krasinski reportedly signed a four-year deal, which suggests he earned $15 million for season four’s 6 episodes in 2023.

Early Years

John Krasinski, born John Burke Krasinski on October 20, 1979, in Newton, Massachusetts, grew up in a Catholic household with his mother Mary, a nurse, father Ronald, an internist, and older brothers Paul and Kevin. When in sixth grade, John played Daddy Warbucks in a production of “Annie.” He attended Newton South High School with B.J. Novak, who later co-starred with him on “The Office.” During their senior year, John acted in a play penned by Novak. He graduated in 1997 and spent a summer teaching English in Costa Rica. He pursued playwriting at Brown University, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in English in 2001 and was awarded an honorary degree in 2019. Whilst at college, he was part of the sketch comedy group Out of Bounds and coached youth basketball. Following graduation, Krasinski studied at Connecticut’s National Theater Institute, England’s Royal Shakespeare Company, and New York’s Actors Center.

Professional Journey

Relocating to New York to concentrate on acting, Krasinski participated in off-Broadway play readings, commercials, and guest spots on TV shows. In 2002, he interned as a scriptwriter on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” a stepping stone for future “The Office” stars like Mindy Kaling and Ellie Kemper, who also interned there. His big break arrived in 2004 when he was cast as Jim Halpert in the US version of Ricky Gervais’ “The Office,” portraying a charismatic salesperson. This role, alongside Jenna Fischer’s character, formed one of TV’s beloved couples. “The Office” aired from 2005 to 2013, during which Krasinski not only acted but also directed three episodes and filmed the opening credits’ Scranton scenes.

While working on “The Office,” John appeared in movies like “License to Wed” (2007), “Leatherheads” (2008), “Away We Go” (2009), “It’s Complicated” (2011), “The Muppets” (2011), voicing Sir Lancelot in “Shrek the Third” (2007) and Cuthbert in “Monsters.”Furthermore, in 2012, he starred in the indie film “Nobody Walks,” which won a Special Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.

Since the conclusion of “The Office,” John has remained active, taking on roles in various projects. He directed, produced, and starred in “The Hollars” (2016) and “A Quiet Place” (2018), while also appearing in “13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi” (2016) and “Detroit” (2018). Additionally, he co-created and produced “Lip Sync Battle,” which has been airing since 2015. In 2016, Krasinski served as an executive producer on “Manchester by the Sea,” a film based on his idea that received six Academy Award nominations. His role in Amazon Prime’s “Jack Ryan” earned him a nomination for a Screen Actors Guild Award. During the Coronavirus pandemic, John launched “Some Good News,” a YouTube web series focused on spreading positivity during uncertain times. The show garnered over 72 million views, leading to its acquisition by ViacomCBS in May 2020. Although Krasinski will continue to produce the series, a new host will take over for the second season. “A Quiet Place II” premiered in 2020 and grossed $300 million.

Presently, John Krasinski is working on writing, directing, and producing a fantasy comedy titled “IF,” formerly known as “Imaginary Friends.” The project was acquired by Paramount Pictures, and Krasinski is set to co-star alongside Ryan Reynolds. The film also features his former “The Office” co-star, Steve Carell. “IF” is scheduled for a mid-2024 release date.

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Personal Life

John entered a relationship with English actress Emily Blunt in November 2008, leading to their engagement in August of the subsequent year. They tied the knot in an intimate ceremony on July 10, 2010, at George Clooney’s former estate in Como, Italy. The couple welcomed daughters Hazel and Violet in 2014 and 2016, respectively. Krasinski is a passionate sports enthusiast, supporting teams like the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, and New England Patriots.

Awards and Honors

For his outstanding work, John has garnered numerous accolades, including ensemble awards for “The Office” from the Screen Actors Guild (2007 and 2008) and the Gold Derby Awards (2007). His film “A Quiet Place” secured him a Critics’ Choice Award for Best Sci-Fi/Horror Movie, an IGN People’s Choice Award for Best Director, a Los Angeles Online Film Critics Society Award for Best Original Screenplay, and a Saturn Award for Best Writing. He has been a four-time nominee for a Primetime Emmy Award. In 2018, Krasinski was featured on “Time” magazine’s list of the world’s 100 most influential people and has been named in “People” magazine’s “Sexiest Man Alive” issue four times.

Real Estate

In July 2016, Krasinski and Blunt sold their Hollywood Hills residence to Kendall Jenner for $6.5 million. Shortly after the sale, they relocated to a pre-war townhouse in Brooklyn, purchasing the 6-bedroom.John and Emily initially purchased a townhouse, investing $300,000 in renovations before moving in. They later sold this Brooklyn property for $6.5 million in 2018. Subsequently, in 2019, they acquired an entire floor in a Brooklyn condominium building for $11 million. Their real estate ventures extended to Ojai, California, with the purchase of a stunning 5-acre property in June 2012 for $2.15 million, only to sell it in January 2017 for $2.4 million after listing it for $4.25 million in 2015 due to a sluggish market. Moreover, the couple also owns a residence in East London.