What Happened to Margot Robbie?

Margot Robbie's career has seen a remarkable ascent from Australian television to global superstardom, culminating in her current standing as one of Hollywood's most influential talents, both in front of and behind the camera. Her breakthrough roles in films like "The Wolf of Wall Street" (2013) and her portrayal of Harley Quinn in the DC Extended Universe established her as a versatile actress. However, a significant turning point came with the co-founding of LuckyChap Entertainment in 2014 with her husband Tom Ackerley and partners Josey McNamara and Sophia Kerr. This production company has been instrumental in shaping her career, focusing on female-driven stories and critically acclaimed projects.

LuckyChap Entertainment has produced a string of successful and acclaimed works, including "I, Tonya" (2017), "Promising Young Woman" (2020), the Netflix miniseries "Maid" (2021), and "Saltburn" (2023). The company's biggest triumph to date is undoubtedly "Barbie" (2023), where Robbie not only starred in the titular role but also served as a producer. The film was a cultural phenomenon, grossing over $1.4 billion worldwide and earning Robbie an estimated $50 million in total compensation. The success of "Barbie" significantly boosted her net worth, estimated at $60 million as of 2026.

In 2025, Robbie starred alongside Colin Farrell in Kogonada's romantic fantasy film "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey," which was released in September. Despite high expectations as her first post-"Barbie" acting role, the film received mixed reviews and was a box office bomb, grossing $20.2 million against a $45 million budget. However, Robbie quickly rebounded in 2026 with another significant project, starring as Catherine Earnshaw in Emerald Fennell's adaptation of "Wuthering Heights" opposite Jacob Elordi. Released theatrically on February 13, 2026, and later streaming on HBO Max from May 1, 2026, the film, which Robbie also produced through LuckyChap, was a box office success, earning $242 million worldwide despite mixed critical reception.

Looking ahead, Robbie's production slate through LuckyChap is robust. She is set to star in and produce an "Ocean's 11" prequel alongside Bradley Cooper, with filming commencing in August 2026 for a June 25, 2027 release. LuckyChap is also producing a live-action "The Sims" movie with Amazon MGM Studios and EA, directed by Kate Herron, and a "Monopoly" adaptation with Lionsgate and Hasbro. Additionally, Robbie is slated to produce and star in Tim Burton's remake of "Attack of the 50 Foot Woman" and is producing the holiday comedy "Naughty," directed by Olivia Wilde and set for a November 2027 release. On the television front, LuckyChap is bringing the Netflix limited series "The Retrievals," an adaptation of a podcast, into production starting September 1, 2026.

Despite this busy schedule, the future of a "Barbie" sequel remains uncertain as of August 2026. Negotiations between Warner Bros. and the core creative team, including Robbie, director Greta Gerwig, co-writer Noah Baumbach, and actor Ryan Gosling, have stalled over a pay dispute. Reports indicate that Warner Bros. has made several offers, but no agreement has been reached, and the rights to the Barbie doll could revert to Mattel by December 2026 if a deal isn't finalized. This ongoing negotiation highlights Robbie's significant leverage and influence in the industry post-"Barbie," as she continues to champion diverse storytelling both as an actress and a powerful producer.