John Landis Net Worth

John Landis has an estimated net worth of $150 million. This is from his career as an American director, actor, producer, and screenwriter. Landis has earned his net worth through his work on many films, music videos, and television series.

In 1999, Landis paid $2.3 million for a 3,698-square-foot home in the Beverly Hills area of Los Angeles. The home includes four bedrooms and four bathrooms.

Landis’ big break came with The Kentucky Fried Movie, which led to him directing Animal House. The latter became a massive financial success, earning over $120 million and launching the “gross-out” comedy genre.

Following this, Landis co-wrote and directed The Blues Brothers, which featured musical legends such as James Brown, Aretha Franklin, and Ray Charles, solidifying his reputation in Hollywood.

In 1981, Landis directed An American Werewolf in London, a comedy-horror film that became a commercial hit and influenced the incorporation of comedic elements in horror films.