What are the top 15 life insurance companies in America?

Each year, the Insurance Information Institute issues a list of the largest issuers of individual term life insurance policies.

In addition, the NAIC (National Association of Insurance Commissioners) issues a list of the 15 largest writers of direct life insurance premiums. 

Included in the list of 15 largest life insurance companies are Metlife, Aflac, Prudential, Northwestern Mutual and New York Life. 

Here is the complete list of top 15 life insurance companies in America including their A.M. Best Company financial strength ratings.