Arnold Schwarzenegger: 'Twins' tops 'Terminator' as Most Profitable Film
Arnold Schwarzenegger revealed 'Twins' as his most profitable film, surpassing 'Terminator'. Despite initial doubts about his comedic potential, 'Twins' grossed $216 million globally. The 1988 comedy also marked his first screen partnership with Danny DeVito. Plans for a sequel, 'Triplets', were shelved after director Ivan Reitman's passing.
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Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger recently surprised fans with a revelation about his career earnings. Despite being universally recognized for his roles in action blockbusters like 'The Terminator', it was the 1988 comedy 'Twins' that proved to be his most financially rewarding project, it was reported by Variety.
During an appearance on the 'Watch What Happens Live' show, Schwarzenegger disclosed that 'Twins', co-starring Danny DeVito, earned him over $40 million. Unlike traditional film salary agreements, Schwarzenegger and DeVito opted for a share of the movie's backend profits, resulting in substantial earnings.
Originally met with skepticism, casting Schwarzenegger in a comedy was considered a risk. However, 'Twins' grossed $216 million worldwide, thriving both in theatres and on home video. Plans for a sequel, involving Eddie Murphy, were halted upon director Ivan Reitman's passing.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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