Some actors rely on their looks and charm to get by, playing variations of themselves in every movie. The Rock, for example, is always The Rock, and that's okay - audiences love it and Dwayne Johnson delivers. But does he have a wide acting range? Maybe not. We asked Watchworthy fans to discuss actors with impressive range, and their picks are making us want to watch all their movies. Which Hollywood actors do you think disappear into every role they play? Comments have been edited for length and clarity.
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From Facebook commenterKristin H:
Stanley Tucci does not get enough credit.
From Facebook commenterJackie D:
That is exactly who I thought! I was surprised no one named him.
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From Facebook commenterListz Thee M:
Andy Serkis is hands down. He played Gollum (Lord of the RingsCaesar (Planet of the Apes), Alfred (Batman), Kino Loy (Andor), Supreme Leader Snoke (Star Wars), Ulysses Klaue (Black Panther), just to name a few…
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From Facebook commenterJeff C:
When an actor plays multiple personalities in one scene without missing a beat, I say James McAvoy has range.
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From Facebook commenterBrandie A:
Karl Urban is an underrated actor with amazing range.
From Facebook commenterMichael U:
So underrated.
From Facebook commenterDebbie S:
I met Karl Urban a few times when he was onXena… really nice guy!
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From Facebook commenterMonica Huizar A:
This guy plays Joel, the Mandalorian, and the Nick Cage super fan.
From Facebook commenterMichael N:
I have not seen any comedy by him, but he has action and drama.
From Facebook commenterYvette Ortega-Smokey G:
You should check out his comedy skits onSaturday Night Live. He was hilarious.img src="https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t52/1/16/1f923.png" alt="🤣"
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From Facebook commenterBryan John M:
Sam Rockwell. A Dangerous Mind, Three Billboards, Galaxy Quest, Moon... He can play anything. Even with his Academy Award, he remains one of Hollywood's most undervalued actors.
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From Facebook commenterCydni T:
Samuel L. Jackson.
He is the best. He is a Jedi, a leader in the Marvel universe, his part inDjangowas crazy, Hateful Eight and he was in the intro for the Eddie Murphy videoRaw. Range is crazy.
From Facebook commenterChristopher M:
Don’t forget Bible quoting hit man (Pulp Fiction), Disney hero (The Incredibles), righteous public school teacher against incredible odds (187), gun runner (Jackie Brown), crack addict (Jungle Fever),and the list goes on and on.
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From Facebook commenterJeremiah O:
Christian Bale played many amazing characters. Watch his earlier work before he became a huge name.
From a Facebook commenter.Denise G:
Another favorite.
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From a Facebook commenter.Nancy Marchesin R:
Hugh Jackman. He played Wolverine, P.T. Barnum, and romance. He has it all!
From a Facebook commenter.Nancy Marchesin R:
This man's range is severely underrated. He can nail any role.
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From a Facebook commenter.Kellie R:
Val Kilmer (Doc Holiday, Jim Morrison, Madmartigan…) needs more mentions?
From a Facebook commenter.Michael H:
Can't forget the masterpiece that isReal Genius.
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From a Facebook commenter.Pamela D:
Brent Spiner. InStar Trek: The Next Generation, he plays Data, an android. He also plays his creator and his evil brother Lore. InPicardSeason 3, he played Data and Lore in several scenes. I like him.
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