The sitcom game on television is a tricky one to conquer, as there are plenty of shows looking to leave their mark on audiences. The 90s gave rise to a number of popular sitcoms, and many of these shows have left a lasting impression on television audiences.

The King of Queens made its debut back in 1998, and the show featured the likes of Kevin James, Leah Remini, and Jerry Stiller. The hit sitcom was just what television audiences were looking for back when it debuted, and its 200-episode run made the network happy while making its lead star a ton of money.

So, how much money was Kevin James able to make while starring on The King of Queens? Let's take a closer look at the actor and how much he made.

Kevin James Has Had A Lot Of Success

Back in the late 1980s, Kevin James began his time in entertainment as a stand-up comedian looking to make a name for himself with his work on the microphone. While James could have continued to thrive in comedy, he eventually set his sights on acting and was able to start carving out a name for himself through the years.

During the 90s, James would make his initial foray onto television when he appeared on Everybody Loves Raymond. Eventually, he got his own show and became a star. James has gone on to do other television projects, including Kevin Can Wait, in more recent years.

On the big screen, the actor has had the chance to appear in a number of successful films, including a few with Adam Sandler. Some of James' most notable credits include 50 First Dates, Hitch, Monster House, Paul Blart: Mall Cop, Grown Ups, and Hotel Transylvania.

Of course, when taking a look at the work that Kevin James has done through the years, special attention needs to be paid to the show that put him on the map.

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'The King Of Queens' Was A Hit

In September of 1998, The King of Queens made its debut on the small screen, and the show focused on Doug Heffernan and his life out in New York. The show was hilarious and relatable for many, and in no time at all, it was off and running while pulling in a large audience each week.

Kevin James was the primary lead on the show, and the cast was rounded out with great performers like Leah Remini, Jerry Stiller, and Victor Williams. The cast, along with the show's solid writing, helped the series have a long and fruitful run on the small screen years back.

For 9 seasons and over 200 episodes, The King of Queens was a mainstay on television. Much like Everybody Loves Raymond, the show proved to have a ton of staying power once it hit syndication, and it was picked up by loads of television networks. This, in turn, made the show valuable, and it made its owners a ton of money.

Being the star of the show, Kevin James undoubtedly cashed in while playing Doug Heffernan. Fans, naturally, have grown curious about how much money James has pulled down from the show.

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He Made Millions

So, how much was Kevin James making while starring on The King of Queens? Well, thanks to being the star, executive producer, and co-owner of the series, James had a high salary, and he has continued to cash in since the show's debut.

According to Celebrity Net Worth, "For the middle seasons of the show's run, Kevin's salary per episode on "The King of Queens" was $300,000. For the final seasons, he earned $400,000 per episode. As an executive producer and owner of a percentage of the show's backend equity, he has earned north of $50 million on syndication deals to date."

The per-episode salary in and of itself is impressive, and during the show's peak, James was one of the highest-paid actors on television. The amount that he has made since thanks to syndication, however, is far more impressive.

All actors would love to encounter a situation like the cast of Friends where they get an ownership percentage, but this is extremely rare. Thankfully, Kevin James was able to secure the bag and make millions with his share of things.

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The King of Queens was one of the most successful sitcoms of its era, and Kevin James made a mint from it. It's just a shame that Kevin Can Wait was not able to replicate the same success.

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