Ryan Reynolds has had an eclectic, decades-spanning career in Hollywood that has seen him transform from a teen soap opera star to a headline-grabbing A-lister with major box office pull.

By looking at the key numbers and dollar amounts attached to his projects over the years, we can chart the ups and downs of his time in the spotlight thus far.

The Early Days (1991-1998)

13 – Reynolds’ age when he landed his first major role as Billy Simpson on the Canadian teen drama “Hillside” (later renamed “Fifteen”) in 1991. He spent 3 seasons as part of the core young cast of the show, appearing in over 50 episodes and kickstarting his acting career.

4 – The number of years Reynolds starred on the sitcom “Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza Place” from 1998 to 2001. The goofy comedy about 3 twenty-somethings was his first big American production and helped establish Reynolds with audiences in the States.

Breakout Success (1999-2009)

$130 million – The impressive domestic box office haul of 2002’s “National Lampoon’s Van Wilder,” a college comedy that saw Reynolds play the title character. It marked his first major box office success and kicked off a string of roles in popular comedies.

3 – Reynolds donned the role of Wade Wilson (later to become Deadpool) in 2009’s “X-Men Origins: Wolverine,” marking the first of 3 appearances he would make as the character in the X-Men film franchise.

$1+ billion – The combined worldwide box office gross of the major franchises Reynolds appeared in during this period: the “Blade” vampire films ($419 million over 3 movies) and the burgeoning “X-Men” superhero saga ($2.4+ billion and counting). Appearing in these popular series raised his profile significantly.

Comedic Star Power (2010-2016)

7 – The impressive number of romantic comedies Reynolds headlined between 2009 and 2015, establishing him as a bankable heartthrob. Hits like “The Proposal” ($317 million worldwide) with Sandra Bullock and “Safe House” ($208 million) with Denzel Washington demonstrated his commercial appeal.

$780 million – Reynolds’ global box office earnings as a leading man during this prolific stage of his career, averaging over $100 million per film appearance. He was a consistent draw for studios.

$154 million – The monster opening weekend domestic haul of 2016’s “Deadpool,” an R-rated Marvel superhero movie that shattered records for the genre. Reynolds had spent 10 years trying to get the film made and it connected with audiences in a huge way.

Production & Continued Success (2017-Present)

Mint Mobile – The wireless carrier company Reynolds purchased an ownership stake in and became the face and voice of through various marketing campaigns. The clever ads leveraged his witty persona.

6 – The number of films Reynolds has produced and/or starred in since 2017 under his production company Maximum Effort. Titles like “The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard” ($183 million worldwide gross) and “Free Guy” ($331 million) have been commercial and critical successes.

3 – Upcoming sequels Reynolds has in various stages of development, including “Deadpool 3” for Marvel, “The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard 2,” and a follow-up to “Free Guy.” This underscores his power to generate franchises.

Beyond the Numbers

While the numbers and dollar amounts provide measurable milestones, they don’t fully capture Reynolds’ unique career:

Witty Persona – His sharp, irreverent sense of humor and expert comic timing have been consistent calling cards, making him a standout in interviews and social media (15.5 million Twitter followers).

Risk-Taking – Reynolds has regularly taken chances on less mainstream projects like “Buried” (set entirely in a coffin) and passion projects like the “Deadpool” films. His gambles often pay off.

Work Ethic – Since rising to stardom, Reynolds has maintained a tireless work ethic, constantly balancing multiple projects and mediums from film to marketing.

Cultural Impact – Beyond box office stats, Reynolds has left a cultural mark with his iconic “Deadpool” role shattering preconceptions and paving the way for more adult-oriented superhero content.

By the numbers, Reynolds boasts over $5 billion in worldwide box office earnings from nearly 40 films, establishing him as one of Hollywood’s most successful and popular leading men. But his willingness to take risks and set new precedents has also changed the entertainment landscape and expanded the possibilities for superhero fare. As he continues to produce passion projects and head up budding franchises, Ryan Reynolds’ career numbers are sure to keep on climbing.