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Robert Merle Net Worth

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Robert Merle's net worth is currently estimated at $1M in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

$0M$0.2M$0.4M$0.6000000000000001M$0.8M$1M19491960197019801990200020102026

Net Worth Timeline

1949$0.01MD

Weekend at Dunkirk Released

Merle's novel is adapted to film, bringing initial recognition and income.

1962$0.05M+400%D

Death Is My Trade Published

Publishes a book about Rudolf Höss.

1972$0.1M+100%D

Malevil Published

Post-apocalyptic novel brings some recognition and royalties.

1985$0.3M+200%D

Madrapour Published

Novel about a killer virus is published.

1997$0.6M+100%D

Le Glaive et les etoiles

Last novel of the Fortune de France series is published.

2004$1M+67%D

Death of Robert Merle

Robert Merle passes away, leaving behind a modest estate from book sales.

2026$1MD

Mostly Forgotten Novelist

Merle is remembered by French literary enthusiasts, but largely unknown internationally.

Last updated: February 25, 2026