Net Worth Over Time
Net Worth Timeline
1969$0.1MC
*The Rain People* Role
Early role in Francis Ford Coppola's *The Rain People*.
1972$1M+900%A
*The Godfather* Stardom
Plays Sonny Corleone in *The Godfather*, achieving iconic status.
1975$2M+100%A
*Rollerball* Leading Role
Starred in *Rollerball*, cementing his action star status.
1981$3M+50%B
*Thief* Critical Acclaim
Appears in *Thief*, gaining positive reviews.
1990$5M+67%B
*Misery* Comeback Role
Stars in *Misery*, marking a career resurgence.
2003$7M+40%B
*Elf* Supporting Role
Appears in *Elf*, a popular Christmas film.
2022$20M+186%B
Passing Away at 82
James Caan passes away, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances.
2026$20MB
*The Godfather* Legacy
Remembered for his iconic role as Sonny Corleone in *The Godfather* and his contributions to cinema.
Last updated: February 25, 2026