Catch Me If You Can (2002)

Based On the Life of: Frank Abagnale, Jr.

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio

Movie Budget: $52 million

Star Salary: $20 million

The unbelievable story of con man Frank Abagnale, Jr. inspired another Spielberg hit starring screen legends Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks. Abagnale was a famous imposter who managed to get away with impersonating a doctor, lawyer, and even an airline pilot, all before the age of 22.

This suspenseful yet playful film cleaned up at the box office with its universal appeal, raking in a cool $350 million worldwide. Catch Me If You Can was both produced and distributed by Amblin Entertainment, Spielberg’s own successful production company—of which Universal Pictures is a major investor.