How much did 'Alice in Wonderland' earn compared to its budget?

'Alice in Wonderland' earned over $1.026 billion worldwide, making it approximately 5.13 times its $200 million production budget.

How did 'Alice in Wonderland' perform compared to the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' franchise?

'Alice in Wonderland' outperformed even the most successful 'Pirates of the Caribbean' films in terms of earnings-to-budget ratio, with a 5.13x ratio compared to the franchise's highest of 4.76x.

What does Johnny Depp's success with 'Alice in Wonderland' say about his versatility as an actor?

Johnny Depp's ability to turn 'Alice in Wonderland' into a massive box office hit outside of his iconic 'Pirates' role showcases his versatility and appeal as a global superstar actor.

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Johnny Depp's Fantasy Triumph: How 'Alice in Wonderland' Outperformed the 'Pirates' Franchise

1 Nov, 2025

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Summary

'Alice in Wonderland' earned over $1 billion worldwide, 5.13 times its $200 million budget
Outperformed even the most successful 'Pirates of the Caribbean' films in earnings-to-budget ratio
Depp's versatility as an actor proven outside the iconic 'Pirates' franchise

Johnny Depp's Fantasy Triumph: How 'Alice in Wonderland' Outperformed the 'Pirates' Franchise

As of November 1st, 2025, one of Johnny Depp's most overlooked films has emerged as a surprising box office triumph. In 2010, Depp starred in the dark fantasy-adventure 'Alice in Wonderland,' directed by Tim Burton. Contrary to expectations, this film has gone on to earn over $1.026 billion worldwide, making it a massive success.