Arrow: How Much Was The Cast Paid For The First & Final Episode

Upon its debut in October 2012, superhero series Arrow became an instant success, with Stephen Amell’s compelling take on the comic book character captivating audiences around the world. Within time, the show became such a hit that it spawned a shared universe of interconnected TV series on The CW, with The Flash, Supergirl, Legends of Tomorrow, and more all taking place in similar settings.

Though Arrow wrapped up its run in January 2020, its fanbase remains as fervent as ever, and its stars are still still admired by the show’s supporters to this day. Given that they were so essential to the series’ success, it stands to reason they profited significantly from it as well. Thanks to Celebrity Net Worth, the actors’ financial gains from their time on Arrow are readily available.

10 Colin Donnell: Salary Unclear

Though Colin Donnell’s Tommy Merlyn died in Arrow‘s season one finale, he still maintained a presence throughout the show by reprising his role in hallucinations and flashbacks in subsequent seasons. Tommy was eventually resurrected by Oliver in the Crisis on Infinite Earths crossover event.

With his sparse screen time, it would seem that Donnell’s salary might be lower than that of his co-stars, but it’s unfortunately not reported at this time. However, the star is said to have an estimated net worth of $1 million, and his pay on Arrow likely played a significant role.

9 Emily Bett Rickards: Salary Unclear

Emily Bett Rickards’ Felicity Smoak was initially introduced in Arrow as a timid IT technician at Queen Consolidated who later became a part of Oliver’s vigilante team, eventually falling for her hero boss over the course of the series.

With less screen credits than her co-stars, it would seem that Rickards’ salary would reflect this, but specific numbers are not currently available at the moment. Nonetheless, it is reported that Rickards has a net worth of $2 million.

8 Paul Blackthorne: Salary Unclear

Paul Blackthorne’s Quentin Lance evolved immensely throughout his time on Arrow, once at odds with Oliver due to his belief that his daughter Sara had died because of his actions. Lance eventually learned the truth of her life as a vigilante and even joined Oliver’s courageous crusades.

Aside from recurring roles on ER and 24, Blackthorne is most associated with his work on Arrow, which might suggest his salary – which is currently unknown – is lower than more well-known cast members. However, he still has an estimated net worth of $3 million.

7 Susanna Thompson: Salary Unclear

Susanna Thompson starred as Moira Queen, the mother of Oliver and Thea, throughout the first two seasons of Arrow. Her character made questionable choices during her time on the series (such as her affair with Malcolm Merlyn) before her untimely death at the hands of Oliver’s nemesis Slade Wilson.

Thompson has a storied history in television, appearing on Law and Order: SVU, multiple Star Trek series, and several other projects, but her specific salary for Arrow is unavailable at this time. Meanwhile, her estimated net worth is currently $3 million.

6 Katie Cassidy: Salary Unclear

Katie Cassidy was a significant standout on Arrow as the bold Black Canary, known by day as Laurel Lance. An attorney turned vigilante and former girlfriend of Oliver Queen, she was a key part of Team Arrow and worked to take down those who put Star City at risk.

Cassidy has starred in a number of hit films and series throughout her career thus far – including stints on Supernatural and Gossip Girl – which would suggest that she was appropriately compensated for her contributions to Arrow as well. Her actual salary episode-by-episode is unknown, but her estimated net worth is $3 million.

5 David Ramsey: Salary Unclear

David Ramsey became a fan favorite as the driven John Diggle – later known as Spartan – who starts the show as Oliver’s bodyguard and one of his best pals before soon joining his vigilante team as well. Though his character was created specifically for the series, this never stopped Ramsey from making a massive impact.

Having also starred on hit shows like Dexter, Ramsey is well-known in the TV world, so it’s likely that his salary reflected this worth. Though the numbers aren’t known at this point in time, his net worth sits at an estimated $4 million.

4 John Barrowman: Salary Unclear

John Barrowman became one of Arrow‘s most iconic antagonists as the devious Dark Archer, a wealthy businessman (and the father of Willa Holland’s Thea) who plots the perilous Undertaking in season one and attempts to destroy the Glades, putting thousands of lives at risk.

The actor is also highly regarded for his role in Doctor Who and it spinoff series Torchwood, indicating that he brought significant star power to Arrow. His salary per episode isn’t public knowledge at the moment, but his estimated net worth is $4 million.

3 Colton Haynes: Salary Unclear

Colton Haynes’ Roy Harper had to work his way up to being a hero throughout his time on Arrow, starting out as a street criminal before being taken under the wing of Oliver and becoming his apprentice-of-sorts—all while romancing Oliver’s half-sister Thea on the side.

Haynes has become a big name after his time on both Arrow and MTV’s Teen Wolf, and while it’s likely that his salary reflected that, it’s not known at this time. However, it is estimated that he has a net worth of $4 million.

2 Willa Holland: Salary Unclear

Holland starred as Thea Queen – later known as Speedy – in Arrow. Like Diggle, Thea was an original creation for the series (adopting elements from Mia Dearden from the comics) but became adored by audiences nonetheless.

Holland’s work in television is quite well-known, having appeared in The O.C. and Gossip Girl, so it would make sense to expect her salary per episode took these credits into account. That information isn’t provided at this point, but it has been reported that Holland has an estimated net worth of $5 million.

1 Stephen Amell: First Episode – $30,000 / Last Episode – $125,000

As the star of Arrow, Amell led the show with strength, immediately earning the audience’s investment in Oliver’s journey from a billionaire playboy to the titular hooded vigilante-hero as he strains to save his city from the crime that grew in his five-year absence.

In 2012, TV Guide reported Amell was making $30,000 per episode of the series. However, by Arrow‘s final season he was earning a reported $125,000 per episode. His estimated net worth is $7 million.