Overview of Will Smith and Kevin Hart
Will Smith and Kevin Hart have appeared together on a small number of projects, most notably in the Jumanji series. This list clarifies their shared screen time and highlights major solo work for context. The following table summarizes key joint appearances and standalone milestones.
| Project / Attribute | Verified Detail | Source Type |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Collaboration(s) | Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017), Jumanji: The Next Level (2019) | Box office records, studio releases |
| Joint Box Office (Jumanji films, combined) | Over $3.2 billion worldwide | Public box office data |
| Will Smith Major Solo Franchise(s) | Men in Black, Bad Boys, Independence Day | Studio filmography |
| Kevin Hart Major Solo Franchise(s) | Ride Along, The Secret Life of Pets | Studio filmography |
Joint Projects
Will Smith and Kevin Hart have shared the screen in the following theatrical releases, representing their main collaborative work.
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)
Smith plays Dr. Smolder Bravestone; Hart plays Franklin “Mouse” Finbar. The film grossed over $960 million globally and established their on-screen chemistry.
Jumanji: The Next Level (2019)
Both reprised their roles. The sequel outperformed the prior film, earning over $1.6 billion worldwide and demonstrating durable franchise appeal.
Notable Solo Film Highlights
Beyond their joint output, each has extensive filmographies that define their careers.
Will Smith Notable Solo Features
- Independence Day (1996)
- Men in Black (1997)
- Bad Boys (1995)
- I, Robot (2004)
- The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
Kevin Hart Notable Solo Features
- Ride Along (2014)
- Ride Along 2 (2016)
- The Secret Life of Pets (2016, voice)
- Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)
- Jumanji: The Next Level (2019)
Box Office Context
Both actors have led high-grossing franchises. The table below summarizes select solo and joint milestones for quick comparison.
| Actor / Metric | Estimate or Range | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Will Smith Career Box Office (worldwide) | Over $7.5 billion | Includes solo and collaborative features |
| Kevin Hart Career Box Office (worldwide) | Over $2.5 billion | Driven by ensemble comedies and family franchises |
| Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle Gross | $960 million | Joint project debut |
| Jumanji: The Next Level Gross | $1.6 billion | Joint sequel performance |
Conclusion
Will Smith and Kevin Hart have collaborated on two high-profile Jumanji films. Each maintains a substantial filmography independently, and their combined projects have performed strongly at the global box office.
FAQ
Reader questions
How many movies have Will Smith and Kevin Hart made together?
They have appeared together in two main theatrical films: Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle and Jumanji: The Next Level.
Will Smith and Kevin Hart: friends or colleagues?
They are professional collaborators who have worked together on film projects and have publicly expressed mutual respect. Their relationship is primarily industry-based.
Which actor has had higher box office performance overall?
By cumulative career totals, Will Smith leads the comparison, though both have achieved major franchise success.