These Are The Highest-Paid Film and Television Roles Of All Time

Melissa McCarthy, $14 Million

Melissa McCarthy starred in Identity Thief alongside Jason Bateman and earned $14 million. She was also in Bridesmaids and The Heat, and is best known for her upfront comedic style. She also earned $14 million for her role in Ghostbusters.

The More You Know

George Lucas wanted to make a Flash Gordon movie but could not obtain the rights so instead, he created Star Wars.
Peter Ostrum, Charlie from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, never acted in another movie after that and is now a veterinarian.
Arnold Schwarzenegger practiced with guns every day for a month to prepare for The Terminator.
It took only 8 days to film "The Blair Witch Project".

Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.