Will Smith Latest Movie Releases and Box Office
Will Smith's most recent theatrical release is the animated film "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse", in which he voiced the character Jeff. The movie earned over $690 million worldwide, according to box office tracking data from Box Office Mojo. This marked a return to high-profile roles after a period of fewer theatrical releases for the actor.
His previous live-action film, "Emancipation," directed by Antoine Fuqua, was released in December 2022 and grossed approximately $134 million globally. The film was distributed by Apple TV+ and Skydance Media, with a reported production budget of $128 million. It became one of the most-watched titles on the streaming platform during its first month of availability.
Upcoming Will Smith Projects and Production Companies
Several upcoming projects involving Will Smith are in development, including the long-announced sequel "Bad Boys: Ride or Die," which is being produced by Columbia Pictures and 2.0 Entertainment. The film is directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah and is scheduled for release by Sony Pictures Releasing. As of early 2024, the project had entered principal photography, with filming locations including Hawaii and Atlanta.
Another confirmed project is "King Richard: The Legacy Continues," a follow-up to the 2021 biopic produced by Westbrook Inc. and Warner Bros. Pictures. Will Smith is set to reprise his role as Richard Williams, and the screenplay is being developed by Zach Baylin and Keenan Coogler. The sequel is currently in the pre-production phase, with a target release window set by the studio for late 2025.
Where to Watch Will Smith Movies and Streaming Rankings
Most of Will Smith's recent films are available on major streaming platforms. "Emancipation" streams exclusively on Apple TV+, while the "Bad Boys" franchise is available on Netflix in multiple regions under a licensing agreement with Sony Pictures. "King Richard" remains on HBO Max, where it has consistently ranked among the top five most-watched movies since its release.
For theatrical and digital purchases, platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV offer recent Will Smith titles for rent or purchase. According to data from Forbes, his films frequently appear in the top 10 most-streamed movie lists during holiday weekends and major promotional events on these services.