It’s the unique actors that make you think, “Oh, that’s him!” When someone appears in a TV show or movie, but you can’t think of the name. Great character actors such as Judy Greer, J.K. Simmons, Wallace Shawn, Betty White, Bill Hader, and John C. Reilly have become widely loved and recognized. And some people may not even know them. We’ve delved into top-notch character actors whose faces may be familiar but whose names are largely unknown, to help everyone better understand them.
1. Margo Martindale
Margo Martindale is number one because she inspired this list.When I was watching bojack horseman, you certainly know about her, but others may not. She has appeared in many movies, Orphan, Practical Magic, Hannah Montana: The Movie, The Farm, Million Dollar Baby, Office of the Secretary, Cocaine Bearetc.
2. Kate Micucci
Kate Micucci has a unique face that is instantly recognizable. She is an actress with a bubbly personality, but the light she brings to the screen is not appreciated enough.She has appeared in shows and movies such as Little hours that raise hope, and When in Rome.
3. Melanie Lynskey
Interestingly, Melanie Lynskey and Jimmi Simpson were once married. She is one of my favorites because she is very convincing in a variety of roles. Her best known role is probably Rose On. Charlie Sheen Harper ★ Boysbut she appears everywhere.
4. Michael Ealy
Michael Ealy is a very handsome man with unforgettable and striking blue eyes.He has appeared in films such as Think Like a Man, Intruder, Barber, Taker, and 2 Fast 2 Furious. Although he is an attractive actor, he has not yet become famous.
5. Nestor Carbonell
Nestor Carbonell, affectionately known as “the eyeliner guy,” is best known for his roles in: Lost, Morning Show, and bates motel, but he has appeared in many more movies and shows. He has dark eyes that look like he’s always wearing eyeliner, and he has a mysterious but charismatic aura.
6. Jimmi Simpson
Jimmi Simpson is one of my favorite character actors, and he seems like he can play any role.he is amazing Westworld, Always Sunny in Philidelphia, Rose Red, Date Night, more. He’s funny, scary, creepy, adorable, and something in between.
7. John Turturro
John Turturro is one of those actors that I’ve watched since I was a kid.Recently, he Severance paybut he’s also in The Big Lebowski, Oh Brother, Where Are You?, Batman, Do the Right Thing, and Don’t mess with Zohan.
8. Beth Grant
Beth Grant is also easily recognizable, as it feels like she’s been involved in everything under the sun.She is known for her role in Donnie Darko, “No Country for Old Men”, “Speed”, “Little Miss Sunshine”, and AmsterdamHowever, she has also appeared in drama series and sitcoms. grace and frankie and mindy project.
9. Keith David
Not only does Keith David’s face look familiar, but you probably know his voice too.he is in They Live, The Princess, Community, The Thing, Rick and Morty, Coraline, Knope, Adventure Time, There are many other impressive projects as well.
10. John Carroll Lynch
John Carroll Lynch is best known for his “F” part.Argo, Founder, Paul Goshika, White House Plumbing; and american horror story. Lynch has a unique look and demeanor that makes him instantly recognizable, but not many people know his name.
11. Stephen Tobolowsky
Another man who is immediately recognizable is Stephen Tobolowsky. Some of his most popular projects include: Groundhog Day, Community, Fractured, Freaky Friday, and memento.To me, he will always be the teacher who yelled at Lindsay Lohan that she didn’t know. macbeth Well enough.
12. Jim Rash
Jim Rash has a special place in my heart and deserves more attention.i know him from communitybut he’s also on board. The Way Way Back, Downhill, Sky High, That 70’s Show, Girlboss, and descendants. He’s a funny guy, but also incredibly smart and talented.
13. Titus Welliver
Titus Welliver has a similar intensity to Nestor Carbonell, with dark, mysterious eyes and an almost sinister charisma. He has recently been given major roles such as: boschIt also appears in The Town, Suits, Sons of Anarchy, Lost, The X-Files, The Good Wife, Gone Baby Gonemore.
14. Lance Reddick
The late Lance Reddick, who was also a musician, was an impressive character actor.he is in John Wick, The Wire, Resident Evil, Lost, White Men Can’t Jump, FringeThere are countless other projects. His angular face and tall, slender physique made him an impressive actor who was notable for many shows and movies. Rest in peace legend!
15.JP Manu
JP Manu is not to be confused with Jim Rash. I feel like my childhood favorite famous actor.he was there Future Phil, Emperor’s New School, Minutemen, Eurotrip, How I Met Your Mother. and boltamong many other shows and movies.
16. Annabeth Gish
I know Annabeth Gish well. X files Not everyone knows her name. However, her role is of The X-Files, The Haunting of Hill House, Double Jeopardy, Mystic Pizza, Steel, Midnight Mass, and Fall of the House of Usher Maybe he knows her face.
17. Jason Isaacs
Jason Isaacs is best known for his role as Lucious Malfoy in the movies. Harry potter Franchise, but he accomplished much more than that.Isaac was also included. Patriot, Death of Stalin, Mass, The Great, and Mrs. Harris goes to Paris. Without Malfoy’s long blonde hair, not everyone can match him.
18. Ann Dowd
In my opinion, Ann Dowd is one of the most underrated character actresses and a rival to Margo Martindale.she came in The Handmaid’s Tale, Mass, Compliance, The Exorcist: Believer, Hereditary, What’s Left, Shiloh, more.her character The Handmaid’s Tale I’m scared.
19. Clark Gregg
Clark Gregg is definitely one of the most famous character actors, but he’s not a household name.His works include: Painkiller, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Florida Man, Trust Me, (500) Days of Summer, The Avengers, and When a stranger calls.
20. Sam McMurray
Every time I see Sam McMurray, I just think: He’s Chandler’s boss. ” he was there friend Similarly for Rraising Arizona, Drop Dead Gorgeous, LA Story, Addams Family Values, The Young and the Restless, Klaus, Elementary, United We Fall, etc.
21. Michael Kelly
Many people know Michael Kelly. Tower on the sand, But he is also sensational in many other roles.his performances Dawn of the Dead, The Adjustment Bureau, Chronicle, Invincible, Now You See Me, Have You Heard of the Morgans? and viral Make him a famous face.
22. Jamie Pressley
I love Jamie Pressley. Because everything she appears in is so funny and amazing. Her most famous roles are: My Name Is Earl, Not Another Teen Movie, Joe Dirt, Mama, I Love You, Man, and Haunted house. To me, she is one of the most underrated comedic actresses.
23. David Koechner
office Fans may know David Koechner as Todd Packer, but he also Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, The Comeback, Final Destination 5, Frampus, Waiting… and Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby. He usually plays funny fools.
24. Claire Duvall
Clea DuVall has been around for a while and seems to be popping up in everything. Her most notable projects are: But I love Cheerleader, Faculty, Girl, Interrupted, Argo, She’s All That, Zodiac, Veep, The Handmaid’s Tale, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and A wide city.
25. Roger Bart
Roger Bart’s face and voice are both very familiar. He appears in Hercules, Hostel, The Stepford Wives, Harold and Kumar: Escape from Guantanamo Bay, American Gangster, Desperate Housewives, 30 Rock, more. Bart can chameleon-like into any role he takes on.
26. Lauren Lapkus
Lauren Lapkus is ridiculously funny and has an unforgettable face.She has appeared in movies and shows such as The Wrong Missy, The Curse of Bridge Hollow, The Big Bang Theory, Good Girls, Jurassic World, Orange Is the New Black, Unicorn, etc.
27. Jim O’Hare
parks and recreation Fans know him as Jerry, Gary, and Larry. But Jim O’Hare seems to pop up everywhere. He has played small roles in many movies and shows.ife After Beth, Bad Times at the El Royale, Logan Lucky, Rizzoli & Isles, Accepted, Just Shoot Me! and The Suite Life of Zack and Codyto name a few examples.
