Howard Shore Net Worth

Howard Shore's net worth is currently estimated at $80M in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

1979$0.1MD

Early Film Scoring

Shore begins his career, gaining early experience in film scoring.

1980$0.3M+200%C

Cronenberg Collaboration Begins

Shore begins his long-standing collaboration with David Cronenberg.

1991$1M+233%B

'Silence of the Lambs' Score

Shore scores 'The Silence of the Lambs', earning widespread recognition.

2001$5M+400%A

'Lord of the Rings' Trilogy

Shore composes the music for 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy.

2004$20M+300%A

Academy Award Win

Shore wins an Academy Award for his work on 'The Lord of the Rings'.

2014$50M+150%A

'The Hobbit' Scores

Shore scores the music for 'The Hobbit' trilogy.

2026$80M+60%A

Acclaimed Composer

Continues to be a highly respected and sought-after film composer.

Last updated: February 25, 2026