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Lana Wachowski Net Worth

Maya Lin-Takahashi • Oct 8, 2026 • 12 min read

What is Lana Wachowski’s net worth?

Net Worth:	$125 Million
Age:	57
Born:	June 21, 1965
Gender:	Female
Height:	1.79 m (5 ft 10 in)
Country of Origin:	United States of America
Source of Wealth:	TV/Film Director
Last Updated:	March 8, 2023

Introduction 

Lana Wachowski, formerly known as Larry Wachowski, is a film director, writer, and producer from the United States.

With her sister Lilly Wachowski, Lana is most well-known for co-creating the Matrix movie, DVD, and video game series. Both were born male but later transitioned to female and have demonstrated support for the LGBT community.

Lana struggled with the realization that she was transgender but managed to keep it out of the media for a long time.

As of February 2024, Lana Wachowski’s net worth is estimated to be $125 Million.

Lana Wachowski Facts

• The movie Bound was released in 1996 and was Lana’s directorial debut.
• In 1999, Lana and her sister released the Matrix; the first of three films that she wrote and directed.
• Lana’s critically acclaimed V for Vendetta movie was awarded the Best Actress award at the 2007 Saturn Awards for Natalie Portman’s portrayal of her iconic character.
• Speed Racer, Lana’s 2008 release, was nominated for the best soundtrack award at the Golden Reel Awards ceremony.
• Lana dropped out of college and ran a house painting and construction business with her sister in Chicago in the mid-to-late-1980s.